Amadeus (DVD, 2002)

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Amadeus (2 DVD, 2002) *DISC ONLY*

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The story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. He was coarse, bawdy, drunk, screeched like a child and yet was one of the greatest composers who ever lived.

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ProducerSaul Zaentz
EAN7321900374644
eBay Product ID (ePID)3955069

Product Key Features

ActorTom Hulce, F. Murray Abraham, Elizabeth Berridge, Simon Callow, Roy Dotrice
Film/TV TitleAmadeus
DirectorMilos Forman
LanguageEnglish
Run Time153 Mins
FormatDVD
Release Year2002
FeaturesSpecial Edition\Documentary - 1. The Making of AMADEUS (37 minutes)\Audio Commentary - 1. Milos Forman - Director and Peter Shaffer - Screenwriter\Trailer - 1. Original Theatrical\Biographies - 1. Cast & Crew
GenreDrama, Historical

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Number of Discs1
CertificatePG
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States of America
ComposerWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Additional InformationAMADEUS - DIRECTOR'S CUT includes new footage that was not used in the 1984 original, as well as improved sound.<BR>In a lavish 18th-century parlor in Austria, an elderly man is found, by his servant, with his throat slashed. The wound is self-inflicted, and the man is the little-known composer Salieri (F. Murray Abraham), contemporary and adversary of the now-famed, but once reviled, composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Tom Hulce). Later, from his cell in an insane asylum, Salieri tells a priest (Herman Meckler) the story of his association with Mozart, confessing that he actually killed the brilliantly gifted but troubled young man. Based on the award-winning play by Peter Shaffer, Milos Forman's riveting, brilliant, Oscar-winning AMADEUS is a fictionalized account of the real-life mysterious death of Mozart. Abraham, in the role that won him the Best Actor Oscar, is the celebrated court composer to Joseph II (Jeffrey Jones)--his confidence and religious dedication shaken when he meets the boorish 26-year-old Mozart as he chases his future wife (Elizabeth Berridge) around a party while making obscene remarks. Furious that this clownish boy can produce such beautiful music, Salieri determines to keep Mozart's talent from lasting recognition and sets himself on a course for Mozart's destruction that leads to his own as well. Mozart continues to mount beautiful, moving operas (incredibly staged in the film), but becomes obsessed with writing a Requiem as his friends, family, health, and resources waste away, Salieri's manipulating presence always there. It is hard to imagine anyone--whether they are knowledgeable about classical music or not--who would not be held captive by this superb feast for the eyes and ears, a film whose excellence can be felt in every detail.
AwardsBest Picture 1985 -, Best Screenplay Based On Material Previously Produced Or Published 1985 - Peter Shaffer, Best Actor In A Leading Role 1985 - F. Murray Abraham, Best Director 1985 - Milos Forman
ScreenwriterPeter Shaffer
AuthorPeter Shaffer
Sound sourceDolby Digital 5.1
Movie/TV TitleAmadeus

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  • A towering achievement.

    The best film on music I have seen - by a country mile! A brilliant picture of Mozart as history says he really was, yet which also paints a picture of the petty jealousies which ultimately destroyed the great musical genius. Minor historical inaccuracies are acceptable is pursuit of the overall excellence of the drama. The film treats its viewers as intelligent people, and the overall ambience results in a magnificent, if harrowing, portrayal of the final years of Mozart;s short life.

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  • Absolute top bollocks, these folks have great prices for excellent items, pack the products well and deliver with so much speed that Dennis Hopper wo

    Absolute top bollocks, these folks have great prices for excellent items, pack the products well and deliver with so much speed that Dennis Hopper would smile. Use them, they’re ace.

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  • Amadeus Review

    When I first saw this movie I was hooked - thus started my collection of classical music. When I heard of the 'Director's Cut' I was even more intrigued. Fortunately it was aired on television so it was like a try before you buy sort of thing. Having watched the movie, it made more sense (ie. Constanzi's dislike of Salieri). Anyway, I finally have it now in my DVD collection of special editions and the movie was well worthy of the academy awards it received.

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  • Still a fantastic watch

    This directors cut doesn't look like an 80's film, brilliantly remastered with 20 minutes extra. Great value for a classic film

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  • A sublime work of fiction!

    One of the most entertaining films I have ever seen. However, it’s a shame it’s seen as a documentary on the life of Mozart when nearly all the threads in the story are pure fiction and misrepresentations. I can assure you that Mozart did not end his concerts by turning his back to the audience, then bending over, lifting up his suit tails and breaking wind while laughing like a hyena!

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  • Super film

    I absolutely love this

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  • very good

    great film, true to his history

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  • Great movie

    Great movie with great music

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  • Wonderful film in very good condition

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  • Excellent film

    An enjoyable, interesting and informative (if not wholly accurate) film about this musical genius.

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