Rating: - The Black and White is Much Better
I just finished teaching Julius Caesar to my sophomores, and we watched the 1952 black and white version as we read the play. The students asked me if I could find a color version, as they are all about technology. I found this version and was quite excited when I found this version.
My class is watching this as I write this review, and while I will show it again, I will only use it as a comparison to Brando's version. The acting, with the exception of Caesar, Calpurnia, and Portia, is horrible. I have never in my life seen such bad acting as I have seen with Brutus. Robards ... Read More
Rating: - Impressive
My students love the movie. It was clear, colorful, excellent, true to the text.
Rating: - Cannot hear it!!
I was unable to use this video after reading the play with my high school class because the highest volume was too low to hear. I ended up getting another video from the library, but it was not the same product. Great big, huge, jiii-normous disappointment!!
Rating: - Julius Caesar
I am pleased with the DVD. As a teacher, I strive to present the most up-to-date and high quality materials in my classroom. I sometimes have difficulty finding classics in this format. It is excellent. Thank you.
Rating: - caesar video
The video arrived as promised--but i paid big bucks for that to happen! The audio of this video tape is marginal at best. That was a disappointment. Some parts I could hardly hear.