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Anne of the Thousand Days | 
 enlarge | Director: Charles Jarrott
Actors: Richard Burton, Genevieve Bujold, Irene Papas, Anthony Quayle, John Colicos
Studio: Mca (Universal)
Category: Video
Buy New: CDN$ 52.99
New (1) Used (2) from CDN$ 26.99
Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 565
Format: Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: VHS Tape
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
ISBN: 0783210612
UPC: 096898016339
EAN: 9780783210612
Theatrical Release Date: December 18, 1969
Release Date: April 18, 2000
Availability: Usually ships within 1 - 2 business days
Condition: Still factory sealed is this intertaining historical VHS tape. This VHS is a Original Factory Release, Out of Print hard to find in this format (NO COPY, NO BOOTLEGGED OR KNOCKOFF) . Tape will be shipped the same day if order is placed before 4 PM excluding week-ends and Holidays by Xpresspost or Expedite with insurance and a tracking number being supplied. Thanks for your interest.
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From Amazon.com
This lush, perfectly cast 1969 drama concerns both a doomed, royal love affair and a pivotal moment in British history. Based on Maxwell Anderson's 1948 play, Anne of the Thousand Days concerns the mess that surrounded King Henry VIII's decision to rid himself of his first wife, Catherine of Aragon (Irene Papas), and marry the young Anne Boleyn (Genevieve Bujold). Anglophiles know what happened next: Henry (Richard Burton) solved his problems with the Vatican's condemnation of divorce by having himself named head of the Church of England (see also A Man for All Seasons), while Anne's perceived problem conceiving a male heir made her vulnerable to plots by the nefarious likes of Oliver Cromwell (John Colicos). Director Charles Jarrott does a splendid job bringing all of these intrigues to life, though the story is ultimately about Anne, a naive young woman who prepares herself to navigate some of the dangers of Henry's court. Bujold and Burton never gave better performances, and this strange, tragic chapter in the history of the kings of England has never been more compellingly told on film. --Tom Keogh
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 Applause, applause - now please get this on DVD July 9, 2004
D. Eichholz (Indiana USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A nicely done docudrama regarding the relationship between King Henry VIII of England and Anne Boleyn. Much of the filming was done on location, which adds to the " atmosphere. " Mr Burton played Henry as a strong, but majorly flawed person, as he should have. Ms Bujold was lovely, more than competent and held her own against some of the finest actors of that time. The story is as old as air, but with a twist - it really happened and it changed the course of England. How far would a man go to secure a son ? An heir ? This film lays it out beautifully and it is a eye feast and makes one want to learn more about the woman who helped bring about great social and religious change and also gave birth to one of Englands' most dynamic rulers, Queen Elizabeth I. It holds up very well.
 A Wonderful Film July 7, 2004
Lindsay Seagrim-trinder (South Wales)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Just thought I would add my comments to those already here. As a small child before Hever Castle was open to the public I spent many happy holidays with friends who were in service to Lord and Lady Astor, and who lived in the Staff Quarters in the Tudor Village adjoining the Castle.In the absence of Lord and Lady Astor the Castle and the Gardens were my playground - I had complete freedom to roam all over the Castle, and used to enjoy walkng His Lordship's dogs in the grounds. When the film was released I was delighted to see the places I remembered so well. It's a fine film and I would recommend it to everyone
Movie Freak May 9, 2004
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A Sensible statement is worth repeating:Another viewer stated: PLEASE, September 2, 2003
Reviewer: A viewer from Dayton, Ohio United States
This is gonna be short and sweet. Loved the movie, it is one of my all time favorites. But would one of the studios please, please put THIS MOVIE ON DVD! I think it is about time. My tape is deteriorating fast and I won't buy it again unless it comes out on DVD. Thank you. -------------- It's now, May 8, 2004, and I still look for this movie on DVD. Now, I will add my two cents, and say; please, please, please! Put this movie on DVD! Genevieve Bujold was absolutely robbed of an Oscar for Best Actress in this film. When Ms. Bujold is delivering that final speech, you want to stand up and cheer for her as an outstanding actress. Those of us who love period epics have this one in our library, now we want it the way it ought to be seen, i.e., in widescreen, in all it's spectacular glory with all those wonderful words, costumes, lush settings, and incredible acting by an incredible cast. So what do you say? GIVE IT TO US ON DVD ALREADY! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE. There, now I've begged enough. I feel much better now that I got that off my chest.
exellent movie May 2, 2004
Margarita De La Garza (mexico)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a 10 academy awards winner film. I don't understand how Universal Studios has not yet released it in DVD format.
Richard Burton and Genvieve Boujold made exellent performance,and so all the cast. I highly recommend, that is a superb, interesting, wonderfull movie.
 Great movie April 24, 2004
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I loved this movie. Richard Burton and Genevieve Bujold were perfect for the parts of Henry and Anne. Wonderfully crafted to be accurate but no gory aftermath of Anne's execution. The scene that touched me the most is Anne teaching little Elizabeth how to walk with a train attached to her dress.
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