Mongol | 
 enlarge | Director: Sergei Bodrov
Actors: Aliya, Tegen Ao, Tadanobu Asano, Ying Bai, Khulan Chuluun
Studio: Warner Bros.
Category: Movie
Buy New: $3.99
Rating:  33 reviews
Sales Rank: 135
Genre: Drama
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Video On Demand
Running Time: 126 Minutes
ASIN: B001I9M7GM
Theatrical Release Date: January 1, 2007
Release Date: November 10, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Synopsis:
Award-winning Russian filmmaker Sergei Bodrov illuminates the life and legend of Genghis Khan in his stunning historical epic, MONGOL. Based on leading scholarly accounts, MONGOL delves into the dramatic and harrowing early years of the ruler who was born as Temudgin in 1162. As it follows Temudgin from his perilous childhood to the battle that sealed his destiny, the film paints a multidimensional portrait of the future conqueror, revealing him not as the evil brute of hoary stereotype, but as an inspiring, fearless and visionary leader. MONGOL shows us the making of an extraordinary man, and the foundation on which so much of his greatness rested: his relationship with his wife, Borte, his lifelong love and most trusted advisor. |
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 Mongol is an excellent movie January 6, 2009
CindyJ (Ohio, USA)
As a fan of history, I made an effort to see Mongol in the theater. Once seen, I had to order it so my family could also see it. Although it is a foreign language film, the dialogue is not affected by reading it. Anyone interested in Genghis Khan or history in general would find this film worthwhile, even though it is a 'guy" film. It is not suitable for children due to the level of violence.
I've purchased about 10 films total in my life, and this is one of the best. I look forward to the sequel.
If you are interested in Gehghis Khan, read Genghis : Birth of an Empire
by Conn Iggulden. One of the best books by one of the greatest historical authors today.
Breathtakingly wonderful January 5, 2009
Rosalind Dalefield (Ohio)
This is a wonderful movie. The story is fascinating and the cinematography is breathtaking. I've seen all of David Lean's epics, but this movie wipes the floor with them all...collectively!
 Mongol Dentists January 4, 2009
Edward R. Voytovich (Syracuse, NY USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed this movie. As a person of middle-European extraction, there's more than a hint of Mongolia in my DNA.
On the subject of extraction, I must note that the apparent skill of twelfth century dentists stretches my credulity. When the mature wife of Genghis-to-be flashes a smile, it is as pearly as Paris Hilton's.
Upon careful reflection I have come to attribute the exemplary dentition to some indigenous foodstuff. Yak butter may well be the key to this cosmetic conundrum.
 Great in theatres, terrible on dvd January 1, 2009
Antaeus Bolinsky (Nor Cal, California USA)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I absolutely love this move, both for its compelling story and beautiful scenery and landscapes. I was totally enthralled when i watched it in the movie theatre with my father. I just bought a copy of this film from my local blockbuster and while the movie is still wonderful, something was definitely lost in translation. Literally. This product is S#%T on some very key levels. First and foremost, there are NO extras on this disc. None. No quickie on the fact and fiction of Temudgin. No info about the director, Segrei Bodrov. Nothing. Zip. Zilch. Second, I don't speak Mongol and therefore rely heavily in the subtitles. It seemed however, the film was missing a number of subtitles. There were numerous cases where the subtitles cut out mid-sentence, or finished a sentence which was never started. There were problems with tense and sentence structure, almost as if the guy who put the subtitles with the film was either a drunk non-fluent turd, or someone who was really pissed off at the world and wanted to yank the chains of all the viewers.
Good History Lesson; Beautifully presented December 28, 2008
R. Gawlitta (Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA)
This very precise film, made with care by the brilliant Sergei Bodrov is nothing short of magnificent. This is supposed to be the first of a trilogy, and I look forward to subsequent films. The early life of the great Temudgin is slow and precise; the performance of Tadanobu Asano is understated at best, to show a man of simple compassion. Excellent performances from Khulan Chuluun (Borte, his wife) and Sun Honglei as Jamukha (his blood brother) add to the narrative at large. Without blabbing away more (as other reviewers), this is a part of history that can only be told from tales, adding a bit of supernatural to the proceedings (the lore of Tengri). Editing & costumes are great, and the exquisite cinematography captures so much of the landscapes, the land that Temudgen so much wanted to unite. It was actually filmed in Mongolia, and I was impressed. The landscape was as powerful as the story being told, a character unto itself. The DVD I watched had no extras, which disappointed me a lot. This Oscar-nominated first film of a trilogy only has me begging for more. Highly recommended.
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