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Mongol - The Rise To Power Of Genghis Khan [2008] | ![Mongol - The Rise To Power Of Genghis Khan [2008]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51jaQVr8Y6L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Sergei Bodrov
Actors: Tadanobu Asano, Odnyam Odsuren, Sun Honglei, Khulan Chuluun
Studio: Universal Pictures UK
Category: DVD
List Price: £19.99
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Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 363
Format: Pal
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Region: 2
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 120 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5050582568332
ASIN: B0019GJ44W
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: September 29, 2008
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 an astonishing and unusual epic ; wonderful visually July 5, 2008
Mr. Ian A. Macfarlane (Fife, Scotland)
40 out of 41 found this review helpful
This is an extraordinary film - you won't see another quite like it. It tells of the childhood, young manhood and coming to power of Khan Termudgin - Genghis Khan. It has, I think been a labour of love for the director, Serge Bodrov, and he has done a remarkable job. I heard a talk about it on the radio, an academic claiming that Genghis had been seen only through the eyes of those whom he conquered, and that, though indeed a great general capable of wielding power decisively to the point of ruthlessness, he was in fact forward-looking and in some ways more merciful than others of his time (the 12th. Century). Whatever the truth of the matter, this film certainly makes a case for him. He is nine when it begins, choosing a bride to whom he remains faithful through every conceivable difficulty, watching the murder of his father, enduring the hatred of adult enemies, enormous physical discomfort and several unlucky quirks of fate. The whole thing is set in amazing landscapes, in Mongolia or North China I presume, and has a visual vastness and strangeness that is very compelling. So, too, is the eerie guttural throat music of the men, and the wonderful skin and fur costumes (especially the hats). It's a love story and works on that level. It also shows how a man like Termudgin could win great power against all the odds, and he is clearly a hero in this film.There are wolves, tremendous thunderstorms, wonderful horsemanship, an apocalyptic battle, terrifying Merkits (a rival tribe who wore skins over their faces to terrify their enemies), a breath-taking recreation of the border city in Tangut Province and, when needed, a cast of thousands (though in fact a surprising amount of the film is quite intimate). There are leaps in the narrative, but strangely that seems almost a benefit, mirroring the forward bounding of the old ballad style, where you are happy to take some things as read. I enjoyed it thoroughly, and I think most people would.
Near flawless film making June 28, 2008
Bosh (Newcastle Upon Tyne UK)
22 out of 25 found this review helpful
I just found this film a total breath of fresh air. Its obvious its made by someone who really loves and understands the subject matter, the western worlds perception of Genghis Khan has always been overly demonised, this film goes some way to address this. The cinematography is world class, you get transported to Mongolia and get a real sense of its great plains, the pacing is perfect and the dialog is beautiful.
Bring on part II July 21, 2008
Eclectic Reader (World Traveller)
14 out of 16 found this review helpful
I'd been looking forward to this film for weeks - in fact it was the deciding factor for me to stay in New Zealand for the film festival - and I wasn't disappointed. The scenery was as stunning as expected - vast plains and simple nomadic settlements framed by dusky mountain ranges on the great steppes of Mongolia. In this first part of the planned trilogy I don't know whether Director Sergei Bodrov challenged the genre but he certainly made a good job of it.
We follow the early years of Ghengis Khan (then known less ostentatiously by his first name, Temujin) as he is relentlessly harried and floored by his fathers' enemies in the years following his murder by an ememy tribe. Too young to fight back but not old enough for his enemies to murder him and retain their honour. This first part takes us to the point where he has united the Mongol tribes under his leadership - showing his ruthlessness in battle but generosity and integrity in dealing with his people. He is portrayed as a man of inner strength and integrity - whether this accurately reflects the man is open to debate - leading by three simple rules: Always repay your debts, do not betray your Khan and never kill women or children.
The story has obviously been dramatised for film and although based on history the accuracy of events and characters are questionable. According to Wikipedia there is very little factual information about the early life of Temuejin and the few available sources are often conflicting - ripe ground for filmmaking I would suggest.
I felt there was a big unexplained leap from his escape from prison after being sold as a slave to his leading a vast army to take his place as leader of the Mongols. However the gaps in the narrative have left me inspired me to find out more about the great Khan, rather than annoyed at a hole in the plot. What more can you ask of a film than entertainment and inspiration?
Bodrov has successfully built a platform of sympathy and understanding for his young Gengis Khan, the intimate love story and tragic early events running through the film have made him a worthy hero. We are now ready to follow Gengis as he rampages across the globe, creating the largest Empire in the history of the world.
I reluctantly left the theatre feeling like I could take in parts two and three of this trilogy in one sitting. Bring on part II.
if only all films looked so beautiful October 19, 2008
Yashkoo (manchester in the sunshine)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Hands up if you are weary of murky blue cinematography in films today, are you bored by endless CGI effects and incoherent editing in action sequences. do you long for proper movies? well Mongol is a breath of fresh air from the majestic steppes. It is a ravishing movie to look at. The spectacular landscape is definitely the star of the show. Not even Peter Jackson's New Zealand comes close to this mighty wilderness. Oh this film is a joy to watch. It's well acted and directed. Few films can be called 'classic' these days but I believe Mongol can be given that title.
think you have it rough... October 5, 2008
2cleverbyhalf (somewhere in the future)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Blimey these Mongols were hard cases. Mr Khan has to put with all kinds of trouble before venting his wrath (see what I did there) on previous clan members and then adopted brothers. I've no idea how historically accurate this is, but the photography is great, the action is a bit Hong Kong Fuey but gritty enough and the landscapes will put a chill through your bones.
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