Doctor Zhivago (1965) (Deluxe Collector's Box Set)

Another David Lean Masterpiece.

By john  Mar 24, 2003 | 1 out of 1 found this Doctor Zhivago (1965) review helpful

This love epic can proudly stand alongside Lawrence of Arabia. Thanks to the ingenuity of David Lean and his team, essence of the complex Pasternak novel was brought to screen. Excellent performance from the entire cast. Brilliant directing, cin...ematography, set/costumes design, and music score, especially Lara’s theme. Watch the haunting beauty of the ice-bound villa at Varykino; the brutal slaughter of peaceful civilian protesters by the imperial dragoon; the cold and lonely journey of Zhivago as a deserter; and the close-up facial expression of an incredulous Lara when Zhivago told her that he was leaving her. Close your eyes and listen to the lyrical and poetic tone of Lara’s theme by the magnificent balalaikas. This is a love story of Zhivago with the Russian revolution as backdrop. A man who loved two women equally at the same time, but above all his country.Zhivago met Lara under unusual circumstances, went their separate ways only to meet again as co-workers in a far away hospital. They departed once more to rejoin their families, but fate brought them back together to consummate their love. Zhivago made a choice between his pregnant wife, Tonya, and Lara but fate would not permit it! The final choice he had to make was between Mother Russia and Lara. Guess or watch the movie to find out which one he picked?! Read more Less