It's A Wonderful Life
SCORE: 86
We had a reader request come in some
months back for It’s A Wonderful Life. I was finally able to work this
classic movie in. I knew this DVD was going to be a challenge. I did not
realize how much, until watching it. We purchased the two disc
collector’s set which includes the original black and white, as well as
the color version. I know there is debate over keeping B&W movies in
that format. I am not going into that.
I should warn our readers right now that there will be spoilers in this
review. If you do not want spoilers then please skip this page. There is
so much in Frank Capra’s It’s A Wonderful Life that it can take days to
absorb all of it. We have a rich man who cares only for himself and
takes advantage of others. We have a dreamer who never gets his dreams
realized. He does fulfill the dreams of others. During the process he
settles down, gets married, and has seething anger over never reaching
his full potential.
It’s A Wonderful Life shows us a bygone era where men and women were
modest and respectful of one another. Faith plays a major part in It’s A
Wonderful Life as well. God and angels are represented. What makes us
truly rich is also touched upon in It’s A Wonderful Life. Most of the
characters in It’s A Wonderful Life are very transparent.
James Stewart does a fantastic job playing the tortured George Bailey.
Donna Reed does a marvelous job playing his wife. Plenty of other
exceptional performances are shown in this movie.
Ever wonder what the world would have been like if you were never born?
It’s A Wonderful Life shows that to one man. It is amazing how slow he
is to pick up on his wish was granted. In the process it shows him what
is really important. The currency heaven uses is more important than
anything of the world.
- Paul
Graphics: 75%
Sound: 80%
Replay/Extras: 80%
Gameplay: 100%
Family Friendly Factor: 95%
System: DVD
Publisher: Paramount
Developer: Frank Capra
Rating: ‘NR’ for Not Rated
Want more info on this
product, the company that made this product?
Set web browser to:
Link
Got a question, comment,
or a concern regarding this
review?
Email them to:
pbury@familyfriendlygaming.com