The Best Epic and Movie of the 20th Century

Rating: 10/10 (13 January 2005)

From the cinematography, the acting, the story, the characters, the action and the overall atmoshpere of Lawrence of Arabia we witness brilliance in film making. Ben-Hur is an extraordinary film, but this is the pinnacle of expert movie-making.
Peter O'toole gives one of the most intense performances of the century and all of the supporting actors are first-rate.
What is most commendable about Lawrence of Arabia is that it is a brilliant piece of film without the pretense of most modern films. The story and the actors are the key elements; there is no "epiphanic" or "relevatory" moment--that spoil so many current movies--that change the story from its true telling.
If you want to watch film-making at its finest, watch this movie. It's four hours long, but you will not be disappointed.