the first overrated blockbuster

Rating: Null/10 (20 July 1999)

This movie is considered by many film historians to be one of the 100 all-time greatest movies. And it does have historical value, but it's far from a great movie. This production, which consists of two full-length epics (to make it thoroughly boring), was said revolutionize the industry, but it's only the production values that were revolutionary. The acting, directing, writing, etc... are only up to par with other silent films (which are poor by today's standards), and we laugh out loud at the make-up effects. The reaction 1915 audiences had to this movie must've been similar to the reaction that Independence Day had on 1996 audiences, but if you're deep into American History you might enjoy it. Otherwise, skip it.