Avis sur le produitThe King and I (Blu-ray, 1956)

Rodgers and Hammerstein scores again!

This wonderful film from 1956 has been preserved on Blu Ray. I know there have been criticisms on a very respectable review site for Blu Ray discs about perceived image quality issues, though the soundtrack was given a very high rating by the same individual. I mostly concur with those impressions, but now knowing what was necessary to restore this film makes the image issues rather less significant by far. Only a few scenes do appear to have problems with color of the flesh tones and overall sharpness, but considerable credit goes to Fox and Cineric for making a herculean effort to work with the very non-standard Cinemascope 55mm film employed for this movie. The only other movie filmed in Cinemascope 55 was “Carousel,” and upon release both were projected in standard 35mm. The format was then abandoned.

Technical issues aside, this is one of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s finest musicals, with the legendary Yul Brynner playing his role as the King with total commitment. Deborah Kerr is positively lovely as Anna, and is supported vocally by Marni Nixon, who dubs for her so well you’d never know it wasn’t Deborah herself singing. Cinephiles will also enjoy seeing a very young Rita Moreno, who plays Tuptim. While studio-bound, the magnificent sets appear glorious on this Blu Ray release, which in my opinion is a major step up from the DVD I have owned for over 20 years.

For the very reasonable price I paid from a seller who delivered the product promptly and very carefully packed, I could not have been more pleased. For those who have not seen this film and appreciate what a fine musical can offer, I urge you to do so.

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King and I, The Blu-ray Combo

"The King and I" is one of the greatest musicals ever written, made and produced on Stage and Film. A must to have in your collection. You will love seeing it over and over. The greatest love story with no kissing. Based on a true story. Lire l'avis complet...

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Transporting

The DVD itself was in great quality and actually had a new digital copy as well. The movie is as I remembered it was stunning visuals and enchanting songs that help you explore exotic cultures with the thorough cultural line between old England and the palace of Siam.Lire l'avis complet...

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Disc of the King and I

Beautiful copy of a film from my teen years. While everything about the film and the purchase were fine, the description of the set including a digital copy should not have been used. The subscription to that digital copy had expired three years earlier.Lire l'avis complet...

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A great classic musical!

A great classic, The King and I is a wonderful story filled with memorable characters, exotic costumes, sing-along music, drama, and a fabulously subtle humor.

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Always a good choice with Yul Brenner cast.

Entertainment film at it’s best! Like this version of this film as the very best!

Love it as described

Awesome love it.

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A classic

This classic move is made even better by the high quality of blue ray. Simply adore it.

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Classic

Must watch classic ,

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Perfect item

Good movie

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