The Sand Pebbles (DVD, 2001, Fox War Classics)

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One of the most exciting and heart-wrenching epics ever made, THE SAND PEBBLES is a masterpiece of storytelling, with exceptional performances by a stellar cast. The complex tale begins simply enough in 1926 China, where a group of American soldiers are patrolling the Yangtze River on a gunboat called the San Pablo. The crew members, who call themselves Sand Pebbles, includes Jake Holman (Steve McQueen), a dispassionate but capable navy machinist, and his only friend, Frenchy (Richard Attenborough), a sailor in love with an English-educated Chinese girl, Maily (Marayat Andriane), who has been sold into prostitution. Strong feelings of nationalism have been sweeping through China, however, and when Chiang Kai-shek moves against the feudal warlords, the United States decides to treat the upheaval as a civil war, and the San Pablo is ordered to confine its function to protection of American civilians in the area. Included among them are Mr. Jameson (Larry Gates), a missionary, and Shirley Eckert (Candice Bergen), a schoolteacher with whom Jake falls in love. Soon Jake finds himself in the middle of an international military crisis when his native assistant, Po-han (Mako), is brutally tortured in an attempt to draw the San Pablo's fire, and the boat's inexperienced and prideful captain (Richard Crenna) wants to give his humiliated ship and disgraced crew a chance for glory. THE SAND PEBBLES--with its expert cinematography, moving score, and riveting locations--is a memorable viewing experience brought to life by the multitalented director Robert Wise.

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UPC0024543013082
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Product Key Features

ActorRichard Attenborough, Steve McQueen
RatingNR
EditionFox War Classics
Movie/TV TitleSand Pebbles
DirectorRobert Wise, Robert Wise Jr.
FormatDVD
Release Year2001
GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Display FormatFox War Classics
Leading RoleSteve Mcqueen, Richard Attenborough
Release Date20010515
Film CountryUSA

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  • Worth the purchase

    This is one my favorite movies. The actors are top notch actors, Steve McQueen, Candace Bergern, Richard Attenborough, Richard Crenna and Simon Oakland. It has my areas of interest ,,,, the Navy and China in the 1920's. It's a war story and love story. Great movie!

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  • Best Movie Ever!

    Probably one of Steve McQueen's better movies, best part is you get to see famous actor's before they hit it big. Enjoy it for what it is, a good script in a good location with good camera work.

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  • One of Steve's best

    One of Steve's best works as the anti-hero who's commitment to his own code of ethics renders him incapable of "going along to get along". Beautifully shot and scored. The movie and Steve's Jake Holman character are an allegory for Western imperialism and rebellion of the subjugated people; and rising conflict within the Western social conscience.

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  • Great deal...great movie

    Great movie. Out of circulation now...purchased used.

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  • Dynamc Movie

    Beautifully done with great acting. The story is impelling

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  • sand peebles

    Very entertaining excellent story and the cast of actor were brilliant. Steve Mc queen was outstanding.

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  • Sandpebbles

    Very good movie I always liked McQueen. Lots of other good actors, great story.

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  • GREAT PRODUCTION

    Big production. Wonderful film. Steve McQueen's only Oscar nomination. Great direction by Robert Wise.

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  • great movie

    Steve McQueen at his best & backed up by a terrific cast

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  • Steve McQueen at his best

    Classic old school motion picture

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