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Sex, Folter und Verrat im biblischen Sodom und Gomorrah. Lot, der Anführer der Hebräer, glaubt, dass sein Volk mit den Sodomiten koexistieren kann - eine verhängnisvolle Entscheidung.Sex, Folter und Verrat im biblischen Sodom und Gomorrah. Lot, der Anführer der Hebräer, glaubt, dass sein Volk mit den Sodomiten koexistieren kann - eine verhängnisvolle Entscheidung.Sex, Folter und Verrat im biblischen Sodom und Gomorrah. Lot, der Anführer der Hebräer, glaubt, dass sein Volk mit den Sodomiten koexistieren kann - eine verhängnisvolle Entscheidung.
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Pier Angeli
- Ildith
- (as Anna Maria Pierangeli)
Rossana Podestà
- Shuah
- (as Rossana Podesta)
Anthony Steffen
- The Captain
- (as Antonio De Teffe)
Feodor Chaliapin Jr.
- Alabias
- (as Feodor Chaliapin)
Mitsuko Takara
- Orphea
- (as Mitzuko Takara)
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Mammoth, colorful and entertaining French-Italian Biblical spectacle chronicling the wars surrounding--and eventual demise of--the twin cities. Stewart Granger plays Hebrew leader Lot, caught in the middle as his people's village is burned to the ground, leaving just one place left to go: across the lake where the wicked and tempting reside. Battle sequences and an impressive flood are worthy of DeMille, though the melodramatics are just as heavy and silly, with the subtext of sexual evil tiptoed around. Good performances, excellent usage of Moroccan locales, and with an unflagging direction by Robert Aldrich (who reportedly fired his 2nd unit director, Sergio Leone, mid-production). **1/2 from ****
Sodom and Gomorrah was a big flop when it was released and has been almost forgotten since then. This is a shame. It's certainly no classic like Ben Hur or Spartacus,and it has the obvious flaws many films like this share-corny dialogue,women's make-up and hair which betrays the decade the film was made in,to name but two-but if you like this kind of film it's very entertaining and worth a watch. At times you could swear De Mille directed it,but it was actually directed by Robert Aldrich,a real curio in his career.
The first hour does dawdle along a little,but the middle of the film contains a very lengthy battle sequence which is extremely impressive. In these days of CGI,it's great to see hundreds of REAL people fighting on the screen,and it's great the way the battle is in stages and shows various tactics by the two sides instead of just being a chaotic mess. The climatic destruction {well,it's based on a well known Bible story, so I don't think this is a spoiler!} of the twin cities of Sodom and Gommorah {although we only seem to see Sodom} is still quite a well achieved spectacle,in fact technically the film still generally holds up,except for a few very unconvincing shots when an army is engulfed in water.
Those who find some of the film a little heavy can enjoy the odd touch of vivid sadism {people on a wheel lowered into fire,a prisoner threatened by a blind man whose armour produces spikes when he breaths} and plenty of references to the 'sins' of the Sodomites-nothing is explicit,but things such as incest,sexual servitude and lesbianism are certainly hinted at. Yet the Hebrews,by comparison,are such a dull humourless lot,one might occasionally sympathise with the Sodomites,and this was maybe intended. As with most of Aldrich's films,it's actually quite cynical,and doesn't take easy sides.
Stuart Granger is fine as Lot but it's the underrated Stanley Baker,as the scheming Astorath who chases anything in a skirt, who gives the stand-out performance,memorably corrupt. One should also mention Miklos Rozsa's superb score which ranks along side his other classic scores for related films like Ben Hur and El Cid. He superbly evokes the period and setting whilst providing a gorgeous love theme and a number of other great themes. Of course it's very melodramatic,but it suits the film!
Sodom and Gomorrah exists in several heavily cut down versions which may quicken the pace but are extremely choppy,often cutting into scenes when they are obviously half way through. The full 155-odd minute version is sometimes shown,and is available in some countries on DVD,but really demands a proper,remastered,etc. release. It's really worth seeing,as long as you like this kind of stuff of course!
The first hour does dawdle along a little,but the middle of the film contains a very lengthy battle sequence which is extremely impressive. In these days of CGI,it's great to see hundreds of REAL people fighting on the screen,and it's great the way the battle is in stages and shows various tactics by the two sides instead of just being a chaotic mess. The climatic destruction {well,it's based on a well known Bible story, so I don't think this is a spoiler!} of the twin cities of Sodom and Gommorah {although we only seem to see Sodom} is still quite a well achieved spectacle,in fact technically the film still generally holds up,except for a few very unconvincing shots when an army is engulfed in water.
Those who find some of the film a little heavy can enjoy the odd touch of vivid sadism {people on a wheel lowered into fire,a prisoner threatened by a blind man whose armour produces spikes when he breaths} and plenty of references to the 'sins' of the Sodomites-nothing is explicit,but things such as incest,sexual servitude and lesbianism are certainly hinted at. Yet the Hebrews,by comparison,are such a dull humourless lot,one might occasionally sympathise with the Sodomites,and this was maybe intended. As with most of Aldrich's films,it's actually quite cynical,and doesn't take easy sides.
Stuart Granger is fine as Lot but it's the underrated Stanley Baker,as the scheming Astorath who chases anything in a skirt, who gives the stand-out performance,memorably corrupt. One should also mention Miklos Rozsa's superb score which ranks along side his other classic scores for related films like Ben Hur and El Cid. He superbly evokes the period and setting whilst providing a gorgeous love theme and a number of other great themes. Of course it's very melodramatic,but it suits the film!
Sodom and Gomorrah exists in several heavily cut down versions which may quicken the pace but are extremely choppy,often cutting into scenes when they are obviously half way through. The full 155-odd minute version is sometimes shown,and is available in some countries on DVD,but really demands a proper,remastered,etc. release. It's really worth seeing,as long as you like this kind of stuff of course!
Not quite sure why I am bothering to right anything about this film here tonight, perhaps to give myself a break from finishing my daughter's ancient history assignment which has all but fried my brain!
Have read the majority of critiques here and with the possible exception of Steve Reeves' impressions which follow this (I think he should stick to playing Hercules!) and which are arguably intelligent, there is not much more to be added. It was neither the best nor the worst of the Biblical yarns but much as I liked it, the latter was nearer the mark. A spaghetti epic was never likely to cause waves at the Academy Awards and so the era came to a halt after this.
Having said all that however, I would like to make these observations. Over the years, so many films have yielded up memorable one-liners, which run the gauntlet of emotions from sad, funny, sicko, to tearful, powerful, even chillingly awesome ("Look behind you Dr Floyd" from 2010!) Lines such as Drax in MOONRAKER, speaking to an underling "Take Mr Bond away and see that some harm comes to him," make it all worth-while. Two lines which remain indelibly ingrained in my head for all time, are that which Charlton Heston (as Moses) speaks atop the rock overlooking the Red Sea in THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, "Behold the power of the Lord" and Stewart Granger as Lot at the very conclusion of THE LAST DAYS OF SODOM AND GOMORRAH when he sees his wife turning round, "Ildith, DON'T look back!" It makes up for every critical aspect of the previous 152 minutes. Both scenes were imbued with a quality that did something extraordinary for me.
Yep THE LAST DAYS OF SODOM AND GOMORRAH was certainly low on sin, script and biblical accuracy but it remained watchable enough, even if the girls (as one contributor quite correctly pointed out) appeared to all have had make-overs from Max Factor! Even the sex angle was highly restrained by comparison to current levels of acceptability. It remains though the ONLY film I ever watched at the local theater 5 days running. OK, so I have no taste? Gimme a break, I was only 15!
Have read the majority of critiques here and with the possible exception of Steve Reeves' impressions which follow this (I think he should stick to playing Hercules!) and which are arguably intelligent, there is not much more to be added. It was neither the best nor the worst of the Biblical yarns but much as I liked it, the latter was nearer the mark. A spaghetti epic was never likely to cause waves at the Academy Awards and so the era came to a halt after this.
Having said all that however, I would like to make these observations. Over the years, so many films have yielded up memorable one-liners, which run the gauntlet of emotions from sad, funny, sicko, to tearful, powerful, even chillingly awesome ("Look behind you Dr Floyd" from 2010!) Lines such as Drax in MOONRAKER, speaking to an underling "Take Mr Bond away and see that some harm comes to him," make it all worth-while. Two lines which remain indelibly ingrained in my head for all time, are that which Charlton Heston (as Moses) speaks atop the rock overlooking the Red Sea in THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, "Behold the power of the Lord" and Stewart Granger as Lot at the very conclusion of THE LAST DAYS OF SODOM AND GOMORRAH when he sees his wife turning round, "Ildith, DON'T look back!" It makes up for every critical aspect of the previous 152 minutes. Both scenes were imbued with a quality that did something extraordinary for me.
Yep THE LAST DAYS OF SODOM AND GOMORRAH was certainly low on sin, script and biblical accuracy but it remained watchable enough, even if the girls (as one contributor quite correctly pointed out) appeared to all have had make-overs from Max Factor! Even the sex angle was highly restrained by comparison to current levels of acceptability. It remains though the ONLY film I ever watched at the local theater 5 days running. OK, so I have no taste? Gimme a break, I was only 15!
The performance of Amouk Aimee (Queen Bera) and Stanley Baker(Asthorath) is imposing and quite delightful. Evil but lovable at the same time.
Some people complain that it wasnt about naked lust , and explicit orgies were not shown at all. Really? It was filmed in 1961, a naked picture would have been a scandal!
Instead , the scenes are seductive, filled with tasteful naughtiness that leave everything to some subtle imagination. Mitsuko Takara's dance moves are right on target and she is as seductive as beautiful.
My favorite performances came from Queen Bera and Ildith (Pier Angeli). They steal the show with their stunning beauty and performances. Stewart Grange is a bit dissapointing as Lot. And yes, there are some cheesy moments in the film.
Finally, Miklos Rosza shows why he was the master of musical performances. The soundtrack is worth everything he promises.
The movie is worth every detail. However, it cant be watched with a modern perspective.
Some people complain that it wasnt about naked lust , and explicit orgies were not shown at all. Really? It was filmed in 1961, a naked picture would have been a scandal!
Instead , the scenes are seductive, filled with tasteful naughtiness that leave everything to some subtle imagination. Mitsuko Takara's dance moves are right on target and she is as seductive as beautiful.
My favorite performances came from Queen Bera and Ildith (Pier Angeli). They steal the show with their stunning beauty and performances. Stewart Grange is a bit dissapointing as Lot. And yes, there are some cheesy moments in the film.
Finally, Miklos Rosza shows why he was the master of musical performances. The soundtrack is worth everything he promises.
The movie is worth every detail. However, it cant be watched with a modern perspective.
An overlooked movie of a whole genre of films that was popular during its era. Like most biblical epics of this type they sometimes wonder away from the scriptural story as recorded in the Bible and this may be its one drawback. In a way it drifts just a little to far away from the scriptures so most bible purists will have trouble accepting this film as a close representation of the scriptures. However, overall it's an interesting and entertaining film.
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- WissenswertesSeveral film critics, who had clearly consulted their Bibles, noted that Bera, the King of Sodom and Gomorrah according to the Old Testament, had unaccountably undergone a sex-change for this film becoming Queen Bera and played by Anouk Aimee.
- PatzerAlthough the special effects for 1962 or fairly good, during the destruction of Sodom the giant blocks that fall to the ground bounce around like beach balls, and in several shots are kicked around by the panicked public like chunks of plastic foam.
- Zitate
Queen Bera: Hebrews and Sodomites: Greetings!
- VerbindungenEdited into Murat - Ein Kung-Fu Türke rettet die Welt (1982)
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By what name was Sodom und Gomorrha (1962) officially released in India in English?
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