Alexander (DVD, 2005, 2-Disc Set, Theatrical Version)

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Experience the epic tale of Alexander the Great with this 2-disc DVD set featuring both the theatrical version and special edition. Starring Colin Farrell and Angelina Jolie, this action-packed adventure is directed by Oliver Stone and rated R. The DVD format is compatible with Region Code 1 (US, Canada...) and features widescreen capabilities. This DVD set comes in a tall/DVD case and is perfect for any movie lover's collection. The release year is 2005 and the genre is action and adventure. With a wealth of features, including the special edition, this DVD set is a must-have for any fan of the movie.

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Director Oliver Stone chalks up an ambitious entry on his biopic resume (past entries include films about Jim Morrison, Richard Nixon, and JFK among others) with this cinematic treatise on the life of the mighty Alexander the Great. Despite his young death at 32, Alexander packed some unimaginable conquests into his limited years by ruling over a huge chunk of the globe. Stone draws on a voice-over narration provided by Anthony Hopkins, whose character is named Ptolemy, to aurally depict some of the battles. Thus, Stone shifts the weight of the film to focus on the personality of Alexander (Colin Farrell), a man who is stricken by overwhelming personal insecurities that come in direct contrast to his bold achievements. Complex dealings with his mother (Angelina Jolie) and father (Val Kilmer) plague him, as does his turbulent relationship with his wife, Roxane (Rosario Dawson). His connection with his best friend, Hephaestion (Jared Leto), is ambiguous, with Stone touching on their vaunted homosexuality via some shared tender moments. As these personal battles are played out, Ptolemy fills the historic gaps in the narrative by charting the incredible conflicts that raged at Alexander's behest. Eventually, Stone lets loose with an epic on-screen battle, which sees Alexander's troops rumble across India in another country-conquering quest. But while his minions struggle, and Alexander demands success, it becomes clear that he is his own worst enemy. With the only real threat to Alexander coming from a tempestuous struggle with his own ego, Stone's summation of the great historical leader paints a picture of an embittered and solitary figure who was able to rule everyone apart from himself.

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UPC0085393893620
eBay Product ID (ePID)46684095

Product Key Features

ActorColin Farrell, Angelina Jolie
RatingR
Edition2-Disc Set; Theatrical Version
Movie/TV TitleAlexander
DirectorOliver Stone
FormatDVD
Release Year2005
GenreAction & Adventure

Additional Product Features

Number of Discs2
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Display Format2-Disc Set; Theatrical Version
Leading RoleColin Farrell, Angelina Jolie
Release Date20050802
Film CountryUSA

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  • One of the best films ever made!

    I saw this film 3x when it was in theatres 20 years ago. This version of it is the best! I love history movies & I've read all about the life & conquests of Alexander the Great. I know this film didn't do well at the box office but I don't mind. It's still a great favourite! ❤️😁

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  • LOVE PRRIOD FILMS? HISTORY?!

    Then This is the film for you to DVD appears to be beyond reasonably priced it’s a group effort to for everyone I do not recommend this for anybody under the age of 18 due to blood and sexual content.

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  • Fantastic Movie

    This movie and its characters are amazing, the best Alexander I have seen is Collin Farrell, and Angelina Jolie is fantastic as his mum...Val Kilmer as his dad, the king spectacular...A must watch

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  • Great dvd and brand new. Great story an...

    Great dvd and brand new. Great story and special cast. I really enjoyed it. Thanks.

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  • Great movie

    Great movie would highly recommend it to everyone

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  • Great.

    Great movie.

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  • Okay but I thought he was not great. I thought he was a very selfish king

    To much about Alexander and War and not enough about Angela Jolies character and relationship with her son.

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  • Excellent

    Good product and provider

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  • ALEXANDER...

    THIS IS A MOVIE I WOULD WATCH OVER AND OVER. HAVE FRIENDS OVER TO WATCH AND THEN DISCUSS WHAT WE THOUGHT OF IT!!!

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  • Excellent reminder of the times

    I enjoyed the movie Alexander in 2004, seeing it more than once. I am glad to have a copy of that original release with the dialogue missing from the final version.

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