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Random Harvest (1942) [Region 2 compatible]
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Editorial
Product Description
Based on the novel by James Hilton, this lavish MGM show features Ronald Colman as a soldier who has lost his memory. He escapes from the hospital to find himself alone on the streets as the public cheers the end of World War I. Showgirl Paula, played by showstopper Greer Garson, takes home the handsome amnesiac, and the two start a blissful marriage while leading a life of poverty. But when Colman is hit by a car, he regains his memory from before the war while losing all records of the events since--including his marriage to Garson. Colman resumes his life as aristocrat Charles Rainier while Garson takes on a fictitious identity to become his secretary, hoping that one day he will recognize her for his wife. This blockbuster romance directed by the great Mervyn LeRoy survives today on the heat the two stars emanate for each other. Region-2 compatible import, English cover (suitable for UK DVD players).
Magnificent Film
Review date: 2008-08-03 Rating: 10 out of 10
Being of a certain age - not old enough to forget, but, young enough to care - I vividly remember the start of the "Format Wars" (8-Track sound tapes versus Phillips c60 Cassettes, Sony Betamax versus Phillips VHS) and, as the decades have rolled by, things haven't changed. Look at the recent DVD format debacle!
Be that as it may, I had the usual picture & sound quality reservations about buying the above, because, it is not available on general release, and, is issued on NTSC R2.
However, I have to say that my purchase from Amazon - via its supplier - has more than lived up to technical expectations. It also happens to be an exceptionally well-crafted film. Old-fashioned? Maybe!. A product of its time? Certainly!
However, superb performances from the leads and a fine screenplay make this an unforgettable viewing experience.
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Reviews
RANDOM HARVEST - ANYTHING BUT RANDOM!
Review date: 2008-07-25 Rating: 10 out of 10
Quality of product = extremely good
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Navigation = even Luddites will find this child's play
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Seller = prompt and pleasant
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Result = a thoroughly enjoyable exercise!
Product Details/Specifications
EAN: 9317485661888
Binding: DVD
Region code: 2