Sirk sometimes claimed that the story was based distantly on the greek legend of alcestis. You could probably get a couple of years worth of soapopera plots from magnificent obsession a movie in which, having indirectly caused a mans death, a rich young. The movie was produced by ross hunter and released by universal pictures. In magnificent obsession, the doctrine espoused is reminiscent of rhonda byrnes the secret, and is so important to the story that the film derives its title from the unnamed philosophy that is referred to by its prophet, edward randolph otto krueger, as a magnificent obsession. Douglas and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. But the screenplay and direction make an asset of this fact, accepting it at face. Magnificent obsession by lloyd c douglas, first edition. Jane wyman, rock hudson, agnes moorehead when churlish, spoiled rich man bob merrick foolishly wrecks his speed boat, the rescue team resuscitates him with equipment thats therefore unavailable to aid a local hero, dr. The story of a womans need for a man that will become one of the great emotional thrills of your li. Jan 6, 2018 magnificent obsession 1954 with greek subtitles youtube. Yet sirk wisely leaves the details in the background.
Magnificent obsession criterion collection bluray 1954. Jane wyman, rock hudson, agnes moorehead, otto kruger. When magnificent obsession was released in 1954 with a wide screen aspect ratio, not all theatres had a wide screen and i saw it in open matt because my home town theatre, the waipahu did not have scope screen yet. I just watched the 1954 version last night and despite the color not being what it should be, the picture quality was excellent and. Magnificent obsession soundtrack from 1954, composed by frederic chopin, frank skinner, johann strauss ii, ludwig van beethoven. The movie is based on the book magnificent obsession by lloyd c. He sets the tone right away by introducing himself as the disembodied talking head who will discuss the film and will try not to be too annoying. Magnificent obsession 1954 plot summary 2 a rich playboy whose recklessness inadvertently causes the death of a prominent doctor tries to make amends to. Magnificent obsession is arguably director douglas sirks masterpiece, even though there are many who find it campy or ridiculous. But viewing both films backtobackwhich is easier to do now that criterion has packaged them togetherconfirms that while sirks is superior, stahls is more than just a. Zuma while it is not the greatest film, the cameralighting work here is the reason there are awards for cinematography.
Embarking with the beautiful gilda on a highstakes heist, both will have to navigate the twists and turns of corruption, treachery and deception. On the first disc we get an audio commentary by film scholar thomas doherty. Much of the commentary on his version over the years has correctly drawn attention to its use of the stock features of melodrama. Merrick then tries to right his wrongs with helen falling in. Magnificent obsession stars rock hudson as bob merrick, a reckless. Phillips has a heart attack and needs the same machine. Years later, bob is a successful neurosurgeon who helps his patients both in and out of the hospital, informing them that. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. Criterions handsome 2disc dvd contains a beautiful transfer with vibrant colors, transferred at the correct 2. Visitors of subtitlesbank have given a rating of 7. Many years later whilst visiting italy he meets and falls in in love with sandra portinari, who bears a striking resemblance to his wife. Due to his philanthropy and his wife helens accident, she jane wyman has very little money.
Released by decca records in 1954 dl 8078 containing music from magnificent obsession 1954. Douglas spiritual novel magnificent obsession is in its own way as successful as the first filmed in 1935 in glossing over the plot holes and logic gaps in the original novel. Magnificent obsession 1954 1 subtitles downloaded 4 times. Magnificent obsession film analysis senses of cinema. Magnificent obsession 1954 subtitles opensubtitles. Magnificent obsession is a 1954 romantic drama movie. Magnificent obsession by lloyd c douglas, first edition abebooks. It was one of four of his books that were eventually made into blockbuster motion pictures, the other three being the robe, white banners and the big fisherman. Magnificent obsession 1954 the criterion collection. Otto kruger, jane wyman, rock hudson, agnes moorehead, barbara rush, gregg palmer. To optimize your experience with your screen reading software, please use our website, which has the same tickets as our and websites. Critic howard thompson wrote, the movie is unquestionably a handsome one.
When churlish, spoiled rich man bob merrick foolishly wrecks his speed boat, the rescue team resuscitates him with equipment thats therefore unavailable to aid a local hero, dr. We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic. Magnificent obsession was a boxoffice success that spawned a 1954 remake directed by douglas sirk and starring rock hudson and jane wyman. Subtitles of different languages may be downloaded for free as a. Magnificent obsession was the first of sirks bigbudget, technicolor melodramas for universal, but he was. Jane wyman and rock hudson in magificent obsession, 1954. Magnificent obsession 1954 criterion collection avaxhome. Paul cavanagh in magnificent obsession for most of the audience that viewed magnificent obsession on its initial release in 1954 it was the height of inspirational drama the story of a reckless playboy who redeems himself through selfless, anonymous devotion to good works. Magnificent obsession by douglas sirk douglas sirk, jane. If stahl set out to drain much of the melodrama out of douglass source novel, sirks goal appears to have been to put it all back in, and then some. Rock hudson plays bob merrick, a reckless playboy who is indirectly responsible for the death of a kindly and muchbeloved doctor. Magnificent obsession part one music composed by frank skinner based on themes by chopin, beethoven, johann strauss 2.
Magnificent obsession is a 1954 melodrama directed by douglas sirk and written by robert rees and wells root. My magnificent obsession explores the pain, struggle, and hardships that he has endured throughout his life. Magnificent obsession criterion collection bluray 1954 best buy. It is based on the book of the same title by lloyd c. Thus begins one of douglas sirks most flamboyant master classes in melodrama, a delirious technicolor mix of the sudsy and. Trailer for douglas sirks 1954 film magnificent obsession, starring rock hudson and jane wyman. Deemed one of the most influential and motivated fitness trainers, ct fletcher. There are optional english subtitles for the deaf and hearing impaired. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations.
Douglas spiritual novel, rock hudson plays a reckless playboy who is indirectly responsible for the death of a kindly doctor. Shop magnificent obsession criterion collection bluray 1954 at best buy. The screenplay was written by robert blees and wells root, after the 1929 book magnificent obsession by lloyd c. Watch magnificent obsession online stream full movie.
Reckless playboy robert merrick rock hudson is in a boat accident, and his condition requires a resuscitator to save his life. This german language program consists entirely of sirk sitting and talking. Magnificent obsession concluded music composed by frank skinner based on themes by chopin, beethoven, johann strauss. New orleans businessman michael courtlands life is shattered when his wife and daughter are tragically killed in a botched kidnap rescue attempt. Magnificent obsession is a 1954 technicolor drama romantic film directed by douglas sirk starring jane wyman and rock hudson. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners who may combine it with other information that youve provided to them or that theyve collected from your use of their services. Today, stahls magnificent obsession is primarily a footnote in movie history, subordinate to douglas sirks delirious 1954 technicolor version. Magnificent obsession 1954 with greek subtitles youtube. A wealthy playboy blames himself for the death of the doctor who saved his own life in a boating accident, and when he later falls in love with the medics widow and a second accident causes her. The love story that will scare the hell out of you. Magnificent obsession 1954 drama, romance hd youtube. Indeed, the plot of obsession is ridiculous just as it was in its original version, something of which sirk himself was aware. A 1954 remake of a 1935 flick based on a 1929 book so confused sirk couldnt get through it, magnificent obsession is creepy where it isnt implausibletwo very sound reasons to watch, then watch again.
The whistlers 2019 not everything is as it seems for cristi, a policeman who plays both sides of the law. Magnificent obsession is a jaw dropper to be sure, and a truly odd window on hollywood in the 1950s. Drama, romance a selfish playboy enamored by a woman he seems to hurt more than he intends begins to understand a deeper meaning to their relationship. Because on paper, douglas sirks 1954 remake of the lloyd c.
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