The Last Of The Mohicans [1992]

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Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1 Audience Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over Binding: DVD EAN: 7321900126199 Format: Dubbed Label: Warner Home Video Manufacturer: Warner Home Video Number Of Discs: 1 Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: Warner Home Video Region Code: 2 Release Date: 2006-06-01 Running Time: 107 Studio: Warner Home Video Theatrical Release Date: 1992-09-25
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Editorial Reviews: The Last of the Mohicans is a large-scale adventure set during the colonial conflicts between Britain and France 20 years before the American War of Independence. Based loosely on the novel by James Fenimore Cooper, but actually inspired by director Michael (Manhunter, Heat) Mann's boyhood love of the 1936 film of the same name, this is rousing, romantic stuff. As "Hawkeye", a white raised by the last of the Mohican tribe, Daniel Day-Lewis delivers a performance which, had he followed it up, could have established him as an action hero for the 1990s and beyond. Despite an under-written role Madeline Stowe convinces as the heroine. The remaining cast are uniformly excellent. Filmed amid the spectacular mountains, rivers and forests of North Carolina by Mann's regular cinematographer, Dante Spinotti, the film is a visual joy, while Trevor Jones' majestic, spine-tingling score (with additional music by Randy Edleman) is one of the finest of the decade. Taking time to establish the motives of British and French colonists and the various native tribes, as well as the varying opinions and characters within these groupings, Mann offers much greater balance and complexity than The Patriot (2000), yet never looses sight of the object here: telling a stirring yarn laced with bold action set pieces and passionate romance. On the DVD: The anamorphically enhanced 2.35:1 image is a massive improvement over VHS, but still shows considerable grain in many scenes, possibly a result of the film being shot in low, natural light and containing many very dark sequences. The Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack is very powerful, though little use is made of the rear channels, and in some scenes the sound effects all but drown out the dialogue. Isolated scores are usually only found on feature-packed special editions, so the inclusion here is a welcome surprise--and a testament to its popularity. The only other extra is an anamorphic 2.35:1 presentation of the immensely stirring theatrical trailer. --Gary S Dalkin
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: in my top ten films of all time....... Comment: have seen this film more than a dozen times and it never stops to amaze me.. the perfect film combination of a history lesson, action/adventure, suspence and romance, cant believe that the oscars of its year missed it.. many great characters with most given relative depth, and a daniel day-lewis perfectly casted, establishing himself after winning the oscar for my left foot and showing of what is to come from him: in the name of.., gangs of ny, the crucible, there will be blood more recently. A superb multi-layered story, hard and bloody at times but also soft and romantic.. one of the best music scores ever on film (!), visually stunning with breathtaking picture and cinematography, one of these films that makes u think "thats what cinema is all about".. heroic, poignant the more times u watch it, the better it gets..for boys and girls (great for a date as another reviewer said) , younger and older audience not to be missed.. 6* + Customer Rating: Summary: Not a Classic in my opinion Comment: After reading so many reviews praising this film, i just had to see it. I tried three times to 'get' into this movie, but after i finally managed to sit through it till the end, i discovered it wasn't worth the effort. Part of the problem for me is Daniel Day-Lewis. His character just doesn't regester as interesting. I've given it two stars for average because the last ten minutes were good. It's not a bad film...just nowhere near as entertaining as 'The Patriot' or 'Braveheart', or countless other action flicks. But like i say it might be because i couldn't identify with any of the characters. I'm in the minority, so if you 'enjoy' this film then great. It was very disappointing for me, even 'Dances with Wolves' held my attention more than this. 'Apocalypto' is a better film (ok different era, but worth seeing) Customer Rating: Summary: Amazing Comment: This is one of my all time favourite movies. Great mix of acting, action,drama,audio,and video all wrapped around a superb story. Don't get the director's cut, the original is almost perfect. I'm still of the belief that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. The theatrical release wasn't broke. I just found out that the original was available in the UK and ordered it, because it is not available in North America. Review is from Canada. Customer Rating: Summary: Astonishingly good Comment: Director Michael Mann (The Insider, Heat, Miami Vice) injects the entire story of The Last of the Mohicans with a sense of immediacy and scenic majesty. In the opening scene for example, he uses no dialogue for several lengthy minutes, and instead utilizes the scenery and score to draw us immediately into the story. Based on the well-known 1826 novel by James Fenimore Cooper, this historical epic features a wide-sweeping story that encompasses a major event in Early American history. It also takes a more intimate look at a group of characters brought together by circumstance. Michael Mann has directed only a handful of films in the past decade, so his name is hardly mentioned among the ranks of premier Hollywood directors. However, each of these three films stands as one of the best films of its respective year. Last of the Mohicans also utilizes his abilities to direct believable emotional drama in almost any situation. While the love story probably happens too fast and is a bit far-fetched, he makes it feel real. The success of this film relates directly to the immense talents of its impressive cast. Daniel Day Lewis and Madeline Stowe are impressive; Wes Studi and Russell Means are excellent. It surprises me to hear film lovers whom I respect describe Last of the Mohicans as boring, dull, and uninteresting. I find it impossible not to be drawn into this sweeping adventure even after repeated viewings. The story told here is universal, and speaks about love, honor, and family. The action occurs at a ferocious pace through numerous well edited scenes, and the melodic score carries the story to a higher level. Customer Rating: Summary: Hauntingly beautiful and with a great soundtrack... Comment: It distorted somewhat (for the better) the original novel (which is a "classic" but quite difficult to read due to the contrived prose). The exteriors are one of the best ever in a production of adventure&action films and the cast is PERFECT. It is a savage land which makes for a sad and cruel "natural" story, after all it is untamed territory and the characters live dangerously. The soundtrack is a must and contribute to the atmosphere like a close fitting glove. One of my favorite period films. The action sequences are well directed and the use of weapons seems REAL. Highly recommended as a very good film. ADB More Reviews