Alexander

Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: November 24, 2004

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FilmQueenOct 22, 2015

I have to disagree with everyone who claims this film is bad. It's not perfect for sure, but still very enjoyable. I love Alexander the Great and I have studied and read about him a lot and it's wrong to say that this film is historicallyI have to disagree with everyone who claims this film is bad. It's not perfect for sure, but still very enjoyable. I love Alexander the Great and I have studied and read about him a lot and it's wrong to say that this film is historically inaccurate. They mixed a bit of legend into the story. Like his mother being a kind of witch and him being Zeus's son... but obviously we all know this kind of stuff is just the legend to make his character more grand. But the facts are true, the film is historically accurate enough. I especially liked that they didn't create a theory about his death. We do not know the cause of his death, so the movie doesn't make it clear either and just leaves the viewer guessing, just as historians are guessing. My only problem is that they portrayed him more emotional than he probably was. The battle scenes are great, violent yet beautiful and realistic as well. The music is composed by Vangelis,so yeah...epic, probably there is no need to say more. The scenery is beautiful as well. The kid who portrayed young Alexander provided a surprisingly good performance that I usually don't expect from kids. Not to mention that he actually resembles Colin Farrell. Probably it's due to the make-up and hair, but my point is it's actually believable that the kid is his younger self and that's quite rare in movies. In many other films I hate flashbacks, because it usually kills the illusion that the kid is so obviously not the same person. Not in this film,though. I could keep on complementing certain parts of this film, but what's essential is that it has enough good to keep you entertained despite the bad parts.( I am aware that the editing is kinda ****… Expand

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kingshahidOct 4, 2011

I found this movie to have great costume and action. I enjoyed watching the battle scene's the most. Very entertaining. I didn't like Colin Farrell in this movie and Angelina is just a terrible actress but I still liked the movie overall.

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PelopidasJan 14, 2012

This is an amazing video. Colin F makes a great job at portraying Alexander. This is how a historical movie should be made. Accuracy neatly balanced with entertainment value.

Also an answer to the reviewer called "Christo": For someone whoThis is an amazing video. Colin F makes a great job at portraying Alexander. This is how a historical movie should be made. Accuracy neatly balanced with entertainment value.

Also an answer to the reviewer called "Christo": For someone who supposedly studied Alexander for 2 years, you have very little knowledge of Alexander and the times he lived in. This is a laugh: "You must understand that during those times, a person who loved men and women was respected greatly because he/she loved each and every single one of God's children.". God's children? Since neither Christianity or Islam had been even founded, I suppose you are either claiming that all Greeks including Alexander were, what...? Jewish? Polytheism ruled back then. There would be no "God's children". You are either very ignorant to the times of Alexander or simply trying to apply your beliefs on a time and place where that belief didn't even exist.… Expand

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ChristoJan 24, 2005

I just cannot understand why people are saying that Alexander is a terrible movie! I have studied Alexander The Great for about 2 years now, and i have written numerous essays about him. This movie depicts the EXACT history of his wonderful I just cannot understand why people are saying that Alexander is a terrible movie! I have studied Alexander The Great for about 2 years now, and i have written numerous essays about him. This movie depicts the EXACT history of his wonderful and great life. I think that people were expecting to see a bloodfest. If you want to see a stupid gory movie, go and rent freddy vs. jason. Alexander is an historical epic about the greatest warrior to ever live. I think that people were taken aback by Alexanders bisexuality. You must understand that during those times, a person who loved men and women was respected greatly because he/she loved each and every single one of God's children. You cant think of it as modern times. The mentality back then was VERY different. So when you watch this movie, judge Alexander as a loving, yet strong person. I would like to say that the acting in this movie was riveting. No one overacted. Anglina Jolie betrayed Olmypia perfectly, passionate yet overpowering over her son. She had a perfect Greek accent, and i would know this since i am greek and lived there for sometime! So everyone who say's their accents are stupid are wrong! You have no fricken idea about how they are suppose to sound! Colin Farrel is a wonderful actor, he captured Alexander's passion and his pain. Also, i wanted to add that Anthony Hopkins was not given the props he should be given. He narrated the movie with such fatigue and (here it is again, lol) passion. So please, disregard all of the stupid and idiotic bad comments made by some of these people! Go and watch Alexander with an open mind and expect an epic with just enough battle, history, and love to make it a spectacular film. (please email me if this article made any difference to you @ ctaoushiani656@comcast.net)… Expand

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EduardoR.Nov 8, 2005

A brilliant film. Epic and well made.

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KammyhJun 12, 2011

Wonderful movie that describes perfectly the different faces of Alexander's personality. No important fact is left aside, but still you have the time to think and elaborate your own interpretation about what happens. I think this is the bestWonderful movie that describes perfectly the different faces of Alexander's personality. No important fact is left aside, but still you have the time to think and elaborate your own interpretation about what happens. I think this is the best solution for a hystorical movie, because hystorically speaking there are lots of different traditions and you can't choose one over the other that easily.… Expand

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cjhcriticApr 18, 2018

Alexander is perplexingly a Love-it or Hate-it movie, perhaps depending on whether you have an interest in the period or not !? Much of the visual imagery of the film is breathtaking, such as the stunning battles of Gaugamela and Hydaspes,Alexander is perplexingly a Love-it or Hate-it movie, perhaps depending on whether you have an interest in the period or not !? Much of the visual imagery of the film is breathtaking, such as the stunning battles of Gaugamela and Hydaspes, but also the beautifully filmed crowded cityscapes of ancient Babylon, and the dramatic scenery along the route of Alexanders conquests. Some reviewers have complained about the flashback structure, and use of Irish & British accents to differentiate the Macedonian and Greek characters. Neither device bothered me once I realised their function ... I dont think I'd have been able to tell a Macedonian accent from a Greek one otherwise ! But these are minor digressions. The strength of the film is its epic portrayal of the experiences of Alexander and his men. The Battle of Gaugamela in particular is possibly the best reconstruction of an ancient battle committed to film, seamlessly guiding the viewer from an ingenious strategic battlefield overview, down to the tactical manouvers of the opposing forces, and the brutal reality of the bloody hand to hand combat. I was shaking with adrenalin from reliving this brilliantly choreographed confrontation. More poetic and still relevant is the clash of cultures illustrated by Alexander on his beloved horse Bucephalus and the terrifying War Elephants of the Punjabi King Porus. Alexanders dream of uniting the diverse peoples of the world under one unified culture is one we're still wrestling with, and is reflected in microcosm in his own relationships with his parents and lovers ! Its such an epic story that perhaps there was an inevitable tightrope to be walked by the films central characters as they try to carry sufficient gravitas for the themes involved, whilst keeping them real, which has led to accusations of hammy acting. I didnt share this feeling though, these real titans of human history are surely entitled to some Shakespearian hyperbole ... and it was probably a genuine requirement for charismatic leaders inspiring their followers ! I WAS inspired !… Expand

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JessiH.Dec 29, 2005

I loved it. To fully appreciate this, you need to enjoy history, have an open mind, and actually be able to *pay* *attention* to what the 'characters' are saying. Alexander did a *lot,* and Stone is trying to include as much as he I loved it. To fully appreciate this, you need to enjoy history, have an open mind, and actually be able to *pay* *attention* to what the 'characters' are saying. Alexander did a *lot,* and Stone is trying to include as much as he can, coherently, to give us the best picture all around of who Alexander really was. And I think that for the most part he did a really good job of acheiving this. I don't care how they marketed the film. I do, however, think that they should have gotten linguistic coaches for their actors in major roles - you cannot have what sounds like a Scottish Crateros, an Irish Alexander, etc. - it takes the viewers out of the movie enough for them to have to tell themselves to ignore that element (and can annoy many people throughout). I really enjoyed this; but I also happen to be the kind of person that loves long movies, enjoys history, has an open mind, and pays attention to what's being said and not said by the characters.… Expand

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kamgeforceApr 15, 2019

The most underrated movie I know... Val Kilmer´s performance nominated for Razzie **** as worst supporting actor? Are you **** kidding me? His talks with young Alexander, especially in the cave were some of the best father talks of heritageThe most underrated movie I know... Val Kilmer´s performance nominated for Razzie **** as worst supporting actor? Are you **** kidding me? His talks with young Alexander, especially in the cave were some of the best father talks of heritage and legacy in cinema. The movie is for the most part historically accurate, the battles are epic, the visuals are great, Vangelis soundtrack is transcendental work of art... Boohoo Farrel had an accent, who gives a **** If you call his performance "bad acting", you are delusional. He got the essence and legend of Alexander right. Alexander was more than a man, his ambition made him distant a alone, even among his men and Farrel captured that beautifully. His speech to his men to march to India, pleading for one more month, seeing the difference of mindsets between mortals and a man with endless ambition... Anthony Hopkins as old Ptolemy, Christopher Plummer as Aristotle giving lecture to young Alexander and his future generals and friends who would change the course of the world forever... This movie has some of the most epic and impactful scenes in cinematography... Honestly all I can say is **** the critics and **** the sheep that cant think for themselves, I don´t believe a man with three digit iq and healthy levels of testosterone can watch this masterpiece and not be left with awe and respect for both the man Alexander was and the movie that portrayed his story so beautifully.… Expand

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enlibaApr 1, 2014

One of the greatest movies i have ever seen! I can't udnerstand why some many people disliked this film. It was masterpiece! I think people just don't understand the full meaning of this film. They just care about the action ****

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MarkT2014Feb 18, 2015

Probably the only history movie I've taken seriously for the last 15+ years.

Other movies like 300 or it's sequel are just action blockbusters with zero realism. A Disneyland for adolescents. This movie looks as if it was made forProbably the only history movie I've taken seriously for the last 15+ years.

Other movies like 300 or it's sequel are just action blockbusters with zero realism. A Disneyland for adolescents.

This movie looks as if it was made for history class teachers. That's why on my list it gets clean 10. Very well executed, no superhero **** no cheep humor in fight scenes. It's a serious movie, factual and realistic. Certainly not for an average Joe.

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theblacknomadAug 1, 2021

This is hands down one of the best historical epics ever made. It could have done some things better but I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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