Literary Masterpieces: The Count of Monte Cristo
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Movie Review: superb, dramatic production with first-rate cast
Summary: 5 Stars
I fully agree with the enthusiastic review submitted by the reader from Dallas (medianew@gte.net), but I'd like to point out that actor Richard Chamberlain is NOT English -- he's American. (He first became known to U.S. audiences in the TV show "Doctor Kildaire.") That said, Chamberlain established himself as a fine film actor in several movie adaptations of Alexandre Dumas novels -- he appears in "The Three Musketeers" and "The Four Musketeers" (playing the role of Aramis), and "The Man In The Iron Mask" as well as "The Count of Monte Cristo." In all of these films, he seems tailor-made for the adventurous, romantic leading-man parts that the stories revolve around. (And in "The Three Musketeers," he also displays a fine comedic instinct.) "The Count of Monte Cristo," like others in the Dumas series, is ideally cast -- and most enjoyable and engrossing, whether you're already familiar with these tales or are encountering them for the first time. Strongly recommended.Movie Review: Tale of calculated revenge driven by memory of lost love.
Summary: 5 Stars
Richard Chamberlain stars in this classic tale of revenge. The methodical, calculated details of his revenge are driven by memories of love lost, opportunities stolen away. Memories of the love of sweet Mercedes fuel the Count's passionate plans, yet blind him to the sweet joy of love and life around him.Movie Review: A fine production.
Summary: 4 Stars
My wife and I have both enjoyed this film. It's a good production along with the others in the Masterpiece series. Out of this series, I liked it third, behind Les Miserables and the Man in the Iron Mask. ENDMovie Review: An excellent film, full of rich characterization
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a top-notch production. Richard Chamberlain, the fine English actor seen in "Shogun" and "Thornbirds", is in top form as the wronged and vengeful Edmund Dantes. The story begins with Edmund content and happy, then betrayed by a rival suitor. He spends 14 years in prison, then escapes and uncovers buried treasure through the directions of a fellow inmate. He resurfaces in Paris as the mysterious count of Monte Cristo and exacts revenge on the people who imprisoned him. The story moves swiftly and is quite engaging. Richard Chamberlain is believable and compelling, both as the young Edmund, before prison, then as the older and cunning Count of Monte Cristo. The acting from the supporting cast is also almost uniformly excellent. The script is well-written, although it is a bit stunted at times. This movie is part of a set of 8 in a series called LITERARY MASTERPIECES. I have also seen 2 others in this series, LES MISERABLES and THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK. These were top-notch productions as well. ENDMovie Review: A complete waste of time.
Summary: 1 Stars
With a story like The Count of Monte Cristo, you'd think even the most inept filmmaker couldn't go far wrong. Not so. Even Richard Chamberlain's good looks and mellow voice can't rescue this bland and lifeless film, especially not with that ghastly haircut. If you want to let your eyes glaze over for a while, ask a boring neighbor to show you his vacation videos. You'll be showing kindness to a fellow human being that way, instead of wasting your money on this drivel. END