Wonderful

Rating: 10/10 (22 June 2001)

I saw this movie when it first came out and then again on our DVD, yesterday. I think they have done a marvellous job with the reprint and thought it, so far, the best movie I have seen on our DVD. David Lean did a tremendous job telling the story of a very strange man, who was changed forever by his experience with the Turks. This film is so beautiful and the script so literate, that I recommend it to all those who have never seen it. Lawrence came from a rather unusual family and was one of five illegitimate sons of Thomas Chapman. The film was based on his books "Seven Pillars of Wisdom A Triumph" & "Revolt in the Dessert". He never wanted to be a hero and remains an enigma. Make sure that you see the new and uncut print of this film. The cast did a wonderful job under very trying circumstances. Just remember it is a long movie and be prepared. I loved it as did my husband.