The Devils (DVD, 2012)

Powerful drama-documentary. Not for the faint-hearted or for children.

A very powerful description of the intrigues within the Catholic Church in France at the time of Cardinal Richelieu, resulting in the framing and destruction of a liberal priest. Based on the novel by Aldous Huxley, The Devils of Loudon, the film is a largely factual account of events, which prompted demonstrations outside cinemas when it was released, by people who didn’t want its contents to be available to the public.
This film by maverick director Ken Russell is very engaging, extremely harrowing, nauseating in parts and may make you want to hide behind the sofa. Catholics may feel offended.Read full review

Superb

Still causing controversy after 50 years. I absolutely loved this Ken Russel film and always will. Oliver Reed and company knocked it out of the park. Superb.

One of the best film with great extra features.

Love Ken Russell The Devils. One of the best films of all time, also great extras on the other disc.

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Absolute classics.

Oliver Reed is stunning. Movie is absolute classics. Good quality recording and English subtitles.

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A thought provoking story.

An interesting and challenging story, based on true events, it speaks out for the need to challenge when needed, even if those that need to be challenged are those in authority. As is so often the case, authority is often abused and used for the wrong purposes. Read full review

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a lost treasure...

For film fanatics. Good transfer, almost impossible to find uncut. Also excellent extras and interviews, An amazing film.

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Looks like new.played well the picture and sound

Looks like new.played well the picture and sound

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Disturbing brilliance

A harrowing depiction based on historical actualities. Leaves the viewer horrified at man’s inhumanity towards man.

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AS POWERFUL AS IT WAS WHEN FIRST RELEASED

I SAW THIS FILM WHEN IT WAS FIRST RELEASED. IT STILL HOLDS ALL ITS POWER TODAY.

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The Devils

Great epic film, forgot how good it was

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