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***** I give the collection Five Stars because I cannot give it the 4 1/2 Stars I'd like to. It is an amazing value. I usually only feel like reviewing items I feel strongly positive about. This particular trio of films stars not only one of the best masculine/macho actors in film history, but one of the best, period. Burt Lancaster's range exceeded most actors, and his career was a bridge from the old studio system to the modern era, as he also produced many fine film projects and acted independently. Of the three films in this set, I have specific knowledge about two. I know the "Kentuckian" only generally and can say it is a good film. But since Lancaster never turned in a bad performance, you won't be dissatisfied. LAWMAN: There is a certain feel to westerns that came out around this period of the late 1960s and early 1970s. A more realistic look and grittier look was characteristic. You actually see the actors sweat. "Lawman" is a brilliantly cast collection of first rate "Noire" and leading actors with one of the best collections of character actors you will see. Along with Lancaster, the great Robert Ryan and Lee J. Cobb headline this gem of a film. You'll see so many familiar character faces, you'll briefly think the film was made in the heyday of western films, the 1950s. Notably, Sheree North, Joseph Wiseman,* Albert Salmi,* Richard Jordan, Robert Duvall, and J.D. Cannon Contribute greatly to the depth of character development and mood. You'll also see Ralph Waite from the "Waltons" play far against type. Overall, the film transcends period and style. It is one of my favorite westerns and a real "sleeper" that has probably been overlooked. I highly recommend this film; get this DVD collection. You cannot go wrong. 4.5/5 Stars Unforgiven came out around 1960 and was directed by the great John Huston. The casting is superb. Audrey Hepburn, Lillian Gish, Doug McClure, and great western actor & war hero Audie Murphy fill out the cast. Craggy-faced Charles Bickford and Joseph Wiseman bolster and balance this film. You'll see John Saxon do some amazing horseback riding as well. At first, you might not readily accept this as it is not a typical western or seemingly up to John Huston's high standards. But it is a different kind of western. I recommend watching this multiple times before you give up on it. The camera's lens tint and harsh-sounding musical score lend an unusual atmosphere and take getting used to, as well as accepting Audrey Hepburn as being an Indian raised as an adopted white child. But like Tony Curtis who played Pima Indian and war hero Ira Hayes, you accept the casting based upon superior acting. The story is about a lie, prejudice, betrayal and ultimate redemption. It isn't like any other film I've seen. Wiseman ("Dr. No"), is eerily disturbing like an avenging sinister fallen angel who brings a plague on the people and pits them against each other in the perfect storm of prejudice. Disturbing and unusual at times, this film is worth watching and owning. I recommend it 4/5 Stars * Wiseman and Salmi are in both "Lawman" and "Unforgiven."Read full review
Great trilogy set, bought it as I needed these particular 3 films for my collection. But I needed to space-save so it was better to get them as a set rather than 3 separate DVD packages. Loved all 3 films, but The Unforgiven is too slowly-paced. Great action, and acting, in all three. Marvelous overall! Any lover of great westerns or Burt Lancaster movies wants this one! Make sure you can play region 1 discs though, as thats what this is. I play em on my PC but I'm still struggling to find a region converter device for a UK Reg 2 DVD player.
ah good deal, i was looking to add to the Lancaster collection, this was a good deal, movies were good also:) thanks
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Really loved all 3 films - classic Burt Lancaster acting with great scripts and actors.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
All three movies are, in my opinion, classics.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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