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Seven Years in Tibet [VHS] | ![Seven Years in Tibet [VHS]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51CCC2YTJ0L._SL160_.jpg) | Director: Jean-Jacques Annaud
Actors: Brad Pitt, David Thewlis, B.D. Wong, Mako, Danny Denzongpa
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: Video
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Rating:  117 reviews
Sales Rank: 11420
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language), German (Original Language), Tibetan (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: VHS Tape
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 136 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
ISBN: 0800125118
UPC: 043396218130
EAN: 9780800125110
ASIN: 0800125118
Theatrical Release Date: October 8, 1997
Release Date: September 15, 1998
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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If it hadn't been for Brad Pitt signing on to play the lead role of obsessive Austrian mountain climber Heinrich Harrer, there's a good chance this lavish $70 million film would not have been made. It was one of two films from 1997 (the other being Martin Scorsese's exquisite Kundun) to view the turmoil between China and Tibet through the eyes of the young Dalai Lama. But with Pitt onboard, this adaptation of Harrer's acclaimed book focuses more on Harrer, a Nazi party member whose life was changed by his experiences in Tibet with the Dalai Lama. Having survived a treacherous climb on the challenging peak of Nanga Parbat and a stint in a British POW camp, Harrer and climbing guide Peter Aufschnaiter (nicely played by David Thewlis) arrive at the Tibetan city of Lhasa, where the 14-year-old Dalai Lama lives as ruler of Tibet. Their stay is longer than either could have expected (the "seven years" of the title), and their lives are forever transformed by their proximity to the Tibetan leader and the peaceful ways of the Buddhist people. China looms over the land as a constant invasive threat, but Seven Years in Tibet is more concerned with viewing Tibetan history through the eyes of a visitor. The film is filled with stunning images and delightful moments of discovery and soothing, lighthearted spirituality, and although he is somewhat miscast, Pitt brings the requisite integrity to his central role. What's missing here is a greater understanding of the young Dalai Lama and the culture of Tibet. Whereas Kundun tells its story purely from the Dalai Lama's point of view, Seven Years in Tibet is essentially an outsider's tale. The result is the feeling that only part of the story's been told here--or maybe just the wrong story. But Harrer's memoir is moving and heartfelt, and director Jean-Jacques Annaud has effectively captured both sincerity and splendor in this flawed but worthwhile film. --Jeff Shannon
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 Great film! June 25, 2010
Garth
A true story with remarkable cinematography and fine acting. I thouroughly enjoyed this film. Furthermore the quality of the disc and packaging was pristine.
DVD Seven Days in Tibet (Used DVD) April 13, 2010
JOYCE SWEASY (REINHOLDS, PENNSYLVANIA, US)
The price for this used DVD, to include the shipping was very reasonable. I received the DVD fairly quickly after I made the purchase. The DVD was in great shape and the shipping package was well done to adequately protect the DVD from damage. I would definitely purchase from this vendor again.
Seven Years in Tibet February 10, 2010
matsuko (Utah)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
It works really well. I am excited that it came so fast. Good qality,
A rare perfect film gets a perfect bluray transfer. January 24, 2010
Gregory Holmes
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Films like SEVEN YEARS IN TIBET are too few and far between. This is one of those films that never makes a mistake in storytelling, acting or production. Jean Jacques Annaud's direction is spot on and he captures the finest ever performance from Brad Pitt. The cinematography is spectacular and the new bluray high definition transfer is breathtaking providing amazing colors and an almost three dimensional pop. This is a demo worthy transfer in both picture and sound quality. The uncompressed PCM 5.1 soundtrack will put you right in the action. The print is prestine and entirely free from scratches, dirt and artifacting. This is as good as it gets.
Superb December 23, 2009
Margaret M. Conti (Ocala, FL)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Beautifully balanced film. Superb juxtapositioning of the destructiveness of ego mania on the personal and national levels and comparisons of quest for personal perfection against the anti-ego philosophy of dharma, all set with breathtaking scenery.
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