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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Unrated
Binding: DVD
Brand: WGBH HOME VIDEO
EAN: 0783421414198
Feature: Casanova (David Tennant, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Bright Young Things) takes us from the decadent streets of the 18th Century Venice to the salons of pre-revolution Paris, and on to the London courts of George III, until a trip to Naples finally breaks Casanova s heart. In the Age of Reason and Science, gambling and gallantries, of pleasure and entertainment, Casanova has it all, does
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
Item Dimensions: 20
Label: WGBH BOSTON
Languages: EnglishOriginal Language
Manufacturer: WGBH BOSTON
MPN: WG41419
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: WGBH BOSTON
Region Code: 1
Release Date: October 17, 2006
Running Time: 172 minutes
Studio: WGBH BOSTON
Theatrical Release Date: 2005
Features:- Casanova (David Tennant, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Bright Young Things) takes us from the decadent streets of the 18th Century Venice to the salons of pre-revolution Paris, and on to the London courts of George III, until a trip to Naples finally breaks Casanova s heart. In the Age of Reason and Science, gambling and gallantries, of pleasure and entertainment, Casanova has it all, does
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Casanova (David Tennant Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Bright Young Things) takes us from the decadent streets of the 18th Century Venice to the salons of pre-revolution Paris and on to the London courts of George III until a trip to Naples finally breaks Casanova s heart. In the Age of Reason and Science gambling and gallantries of pleasure and entertainment Casanova has it all does it all. In turn he is a violinist a priest a gambler a lottery director and intellectual. He is both peasant and nobleman rich and poor. But he is one thing above all others a lover. Sex is Casanova s lifeblood. But he is never casual nor flippant. He loves with total commitment and total sincerity however temporarily. He sleeps with courtesans actresses and even a nun. His life is dedicated to pleasure. But one thing eludes him throughout his life perfect happiness with his one true love Henriette (Laura Fraser Vanilla Sky A Knight s Tale). 44 years later Casanova (Peter O Toole Troy Gulliver s Travels) a librarian in a castle fare exiled from Venice is dying. Into his life comes Edith (Rose Byrne Troy I Capture the Castle) a young parlour maid. Something in Edith ignites the old passion in Casanova and he finds himself regaling her with tales of his adventures. Through Edith he learns to love the old Casanova again and sends out messengers in search of Henriette. It is one last desperate attempt to see the woman he loves before he dies System Requirements:Run Time: 174 minsFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA Rating: NR UPC: 783421414198 Manufacturer No: WG41419
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And now for something completely randy and ribald from Masterpiece Theatre. This re-telling of the Casanova legend is a thoroughly modern romp with rollicking escapades, a sly anachronistic tone, and wardrobe malfunctions. More, it is graced with a poignant performance by Peter O' Toole (Lawrence of Arabia, My Favorite Year) as the aged lothario. Toiling in obscurity as a count's librarian, he regales an appalled, yet intrigued, parlor maid (Rose Byrne) with the story of his eventful life. David Tennant (Doctor Who) stars as the opportunistic, charming, and indefatigable young Casanova, illegitimately born to a neglectful actress mother. He becomes a scholar and sets about reinventing himself (as lawyer, doctor, and astrologer) to gain entry into Venice's noble circles. Here, he meets the enchanting Henriette (Laura Fraser), his one true love, but who is determined to marry for money and security. The first of Casanova's two parts is the most fun. Our tireless heroes' prodigious sexual exploits are rendered more comic than carnal. From two sisters (simultaneously!), he learns the secret of seducing women: "Just listen." Nina Sosanya (Love, Actually) costars as Bellino, a castrato, who presents Casanova with a Victor/Victoria-like conundrum. Casanova cannot keep up the pace of the cheeky first half as the stakes get higher in his pursuit of the elusive Henriette. He runs afoul of her jealous and powerful fiancé, Count Grimani (Rupert Penry-Jones), setting the stage for an ultimately heartbreaking love story that will span a lifetime. Casanova is as smart, seductive, and sad as its hero. As one character tells Casanova before a Bellino performance, "You are in for a treat." --Donald Liebenson
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Rating:  -
was too long. David Tennant's mannerisms grate on you, early parts were funny, I never finished watching the whole show, have given it away. Not a keeper for me
Rating:  -
Russell T Davies is probably the UK's most accomplished popular scriptwriter. In Casanova he's at the peak of his form, creating a confection that charms and entertains with just the right mix of bawdy, funny, poignant, and ephemeral. O'Toole as the older version and Tennant as the younger version of the Viennese rake are both admirable in their different ways, though the gulf between them is perhaps just a touch too wide for comfort at times. The supporting cast is magnificent all round - there ... Read More
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The highlight of this production is Peter O'Toole. Hands down, bar none. There are the remains of a drop dead gorgeous (go see Lawrence again) man here and his story is believably supported by David Tennant; who manages the rather remarkable feat of living up to Mr. O'Toole's talent -- and looks.
Stunning script, but that's to be expected from those who loved this writer's Dr. Who -- however the wardrobe stuff and the occasional set decoration, what, malfunction? maladjustment? downright ... Read More
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I am a fan of David Tennant's and I really enjoyed this DVD. It is a lot different from anything I have seen him in so far, but I liked it a lot. I have always liked Peter O'Toole so I knew the movie would be good with both of these great actors in it.
Rating:  -
Casanova was purchased because of Rupert Penry Jones. David Tennant is wonderful. Good entertainment
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