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Topsy-Turvy (DVD, 2000)
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BRAND NEW AND SEALED! Please note the following. While dvd is new and sealed, plastic wrap is torn in spots, there is a small slash through the case over the barcode, and it sounds like the disc has come loose inside of the case. Sold as-is.
- Buy It NowNEW & SEALED! Topsy-Turvy Rare OOP DVD Mike Leigh Movie Gilbert & Sullivan
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Director Mike Leigh's high-minded telling of the story of legendary musical team Gilbert & Sullivan is one of the director's most thorough, highly ambitious efforts. Concentrating mainly on the tumultuous period just before the conception and production of the pair's THE MIKADO (first staged in 1885), Leigh's film rings true with an authenticity that transports the audience back to Victorian England with remarkable ease. Leigh, who comes from an extensive theater background, researched this period in English history exhaustively, from etiquette to the costumes to the production numbers. Both Jim Broadbent (as the negative-minded William Schwenk Gilbert) and Allan Corduner (as the "genius," Arthur Sullivan) deliver impassioned, entirely believable performances, as do the supporting players--particularly Kevin McKidd, Lesley Manville, and Leigh regular Timothy Spall. Notably different from the director's previous brutally realistic, modern day examinations (such as NAKED and SECRETS AND LIES), Leigh's film bears genuine affection for the work of Gilbert & Sullivan, which shines through in every frame. Successfully blending comedy, music, historical drama, and human emotion, TOPSY-TURVY proves that Leigh is not just a brilliant chronicler of modern class conflicts in England; he is a thorough, sensitive filmmaker with a tight grasp on the human condition.Product Identifiers
UPC0696306001928
eBay Product ID (ePID)3312497
Product Key Features
ActorJim Broadbent, Allan Corduner
RatingR
Movie/TV TitleTopsy-Turvy
DirectorMike Leigh
FormatDVD
Release Year2000
GenreDrama
Sub-GenreMusical
Additional Product Features
Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Leading RoleJim Broadbent, Allan Corduner
Film CountryUnited Kingdom
Release Date20000620
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- Mar 07, 2017
US cut of brilliant film badly edits the original British film
I bought the English tape, one of the most delightful British "period" comedies ever. So naturally I got the CD. But for reasons I can't imagine, many scenes are abruptly and awkwardly cut, most objectionably the final soliloquy of the soubrette, "We truly rule the world, the Sun and I." Unhappily, British CDs are incompatible with US technology. So the only way to see this marvelous movie is to locate an original videotape. It's still a wonder. But tiny executive brains seem capable of pissing in any pitcher of fresh water.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 19, 2016
Awesome period piece entertainment
Even if you never heard Gilbert and Sullivan, this movie is still incredibly fun and entertaining. All these trash can "rappers" think they can ryme, but only Gilbert and Sullivan have the complete control of the English language and are the epitamy of excellent.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 19, 2022
Not to me missed if you enjoy Gilbert and Sullivan
Quality of the overall acting and production is excellent. Anyone with the slightest interest in Gilbert and Sullivan should watch it. It seems that it is largely historical correct while still retaining entertainment value. Highly recommend.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 04, 2023
Gilbert and Sullivan!
This film is extremely well done- especially loved by Gilbert and Sullivan fans. Wonderful directing and acting. A family favorite in our home.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 11, 2018
Living with Victorians
Probably not as good as being such a huge G&S fan makes it seem but wonderful just the sameVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 15, 2016
Topsy Turvy DVD
I really enjoyed this DVD. The movie was used but was like new. Just great!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 03, 2018
Brainy backstage musical
Fine, expansive cast, sharp writing, fantastic art direction!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 11, 2019
Great movie!
Delightful and informative film!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
