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Ben-Hur: The Epic That Changed Cinema

Ben-Hur: The Epic That Changed Cinema

2005Video⏱️ 57m
Documentary
6.7
IMDB Rating
113 votes

Current filmmakers such as Ridley Scott and George Lucas reflect on the importance and influence of the Film.

Director
Gary Leva
Writers
N/A
Stars
William Wyler, Bruce Crawford, Ben Burtt
Release Date
September 13, 2005
Language
English
Country
United States
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Reviews
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🎭 Top Cast

William Wyler
William Wyler
as Self
👤
Bruce Crawford
as Self
Ben Burtt
Ben Burtt
as Self
Ridley Scott
Ridley Scott
as Self
George Lucas
George Lucas
as Self
Arnon Milchan
Arnon Milchan
as Self
Fraser C. Heston
Fraser C. Heston
as Self
Charlton Heston
Charlton Heston
as Self (2001 Interview)
Robert Dalva
Robert Dalva
as Self
Ernest Dickerson
Ernest Dickerson
as Self

🎬 Technical Specs

Aspect Ratio
1.78 : 1
Color
Color
Production
Leva FilmWorks

🏷️ Keywords

character name in title

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Documentary

⭐ Featured Review

Much more than a 'making of' film.
by planktonrules2011-02-02
10/10

"Despite being a DVD extra, this is not just some 'making of' featurette. Instead of talk about the film and the back story, this film is much more specific and focused. Many directors, producers and cinematographers discuss the many ways that "Ben Hur" was a groundbreaking film. As they describe the brilliant camera angles, costumes, the use of light, closeups and the 65mm print, you see what they are talking about on the screen. As a result, the film is more a primer for young film makers on how to make a profound film--and it has the added benefit of enabling the casual v..."

💡 Did You Know?

This documentary is featured on the Four-Disc Collector's Edition DVD for Ben-Hur (1959), released in 2005.

📖 Synopsis

Current filmmakers such as Ridley Scott and George Lucas reflect on the importance and influence of the Film.