The Ten Commandments 4K UHD (1956)

[teddyballgame]

Originally Posted by LexInHD

I have only seen the film once, but I will buy this, as it shows a demand for 4K classics.

I feel the same way. The classics often benefit the most from getting proper 4k treatment. It's always a little humorous this time of year when people get new TVs and freak out about seeing grain and of course the dreaded black bars.

[3eccaTron]

Originally Posted by RalphoR

Obviously, that was not my intent. The Old Testament is a shared belief for both the Jewish and Christian faith. If you said "Jewish content" I would not have taken offense but I respect your comment.

Mostly being snarky. Glad you are excited friend!

[MarkosC]

Day one for me.

I may see this movie only one or two times for the rest of my life (especially since it's a loooonnnnngggg one) but it looked awesome on Blu-ray. I was even more blown away by the movie - I hadn't seen it in like 20 years and expected it to be hokey, but I was totally wrong.

[Torgon]

I’ll be adding this to my collection for many reasons. I also appreciate the movie more than as I did as a teen being ‘forced’ to watch it when there was only one TV, lol. It has gotten better with every viewing.

[laidbacklarkin]

If anyone's curious as to why there are 10 commandments, the origin tale is found in Mel Brooks 'History of the World - Part 1'

[cheez avenger]

Originally Posted by slumcat

Staunch militant atheist here. And I like the film just fine. Hey atheists can be secular too! I can respect other people's beliefs and appreciate what they derive meaning out of, even if I don't share the view.

For people who do not have a spiritual bent, they can still enjoy the movie as a screen-filling fantasy action-adventure epic with larger than life characters, clear storylines and great set-ups and pay offs.

I think it is possible to accommodate each other's views without losing any of the enjoyment from these films. Everyone's welcome to see what they want in these films!

I'm an Atheist, too. I think Ten Commandments and Ben-Hur are great films. I'll definitely buy the 4Ks of them when they get released.

[Farerb]

I remember it vaguely since I watched a long time ago when I was a kid. Is it better than The Prince of Egypt?

[Retroj23]

Originally Posted by cheez avenger

I'm an Atheist, too. I think Ten Commandments and Ben-Hur are great films. I'll definitely buy the 4Ks of them when they get released.

Another atheist here and I fully concur. Growing up Catholic I remember watching The Ten Commandments on VHS back in the 80s. Even on a small 19 inch tv and pan and scan video this movie still felt epic.

[slimdude]

Originally Posted by farerb

I remember it vaguely since I watched a long time ago when I was a kid. Is it better than The Prince of Egypt?

The Prince of Egypt? There is no comparison.

[ditcin]

I first saw this film as a kid in one of its re-releases in the early 70s. The TV spot stated it contained the most spectacular scene ever filmed, " the parting of the Red Sea". I went with friend and the theater was filled mostly with kids - all wanting to see the parting the Red Sea.
When it started with Cecile B. DeMille speaking from a stage he stated the film would be 3 hours and 39 minuets there was a groan through out the audience - we weren't going to see the parting of the Red Sea right off.
But when the film started all were transfixed and transported; it was incredible. When the intermission came we all ran to the bathroom exciting that we must be that much closer to the part we all came to see.
As the moment came and sea was about to part the audience just sat, leaning forward... then as it parted all mouths opened wide and the sound of awe filled the theater.
It was, and is one of my best few moments in the cinema. Simply SPECTACULAR.

[GRD43L]

I do remember watching this movie, about 7, 8 yrs old, in a theatre in South Korea back in mid '70s. I think I found it amazing at the time as I still remember parting of the Red Sea to this day.

After watching it 20+ times (probably), the movie still holds up quite well and reasonably enjoyable to watch.

One doesn't have to believe in ghosts to enjoy ghost movies or super heroes to enjoy Marvel/DC based movies.

[lilboyblu]

This will look heavenly in 4K.

[ditcin]

I wish they would make an Atmos mix.

[ltb2.0]

All anyone needs to know, is that this is an epic movie by one of Golden Age Hollywood's greatest directors adapting one the most legendary sections of a highly circulated book.

Believer or Atheist, it doesn't matter. If you are fan of Golden Age epics, this is for you. Just sit back with a bowl of popcorn or your preferred snack and enjoy the larger than life story played out on the screen by some of the most loved stars of Hollywood.

Anyway, this will be mine.

[SpazeBlue]

Originally Posted by ditcin

I wish they would make an Atmos mix.

[Agent Kay]

Originally Posted by ditcin

I wish they would make an Atmos mix.

And throw it into the red Sea?

[Pagey123]

Originally Posted by Agent Kay

And throw it into the red Sea?

Oh man, the sound of the Red Sea parting...in Atmos!

[lilboyblu]

Echoing others, this film transcends religious beliefs. It's a beautifully shot and well acted Technicolor epic from Hollywood's Golden Age. It's a must see for any cinephile.

[GRD43L]

Originally Posted by Pagey123

Oh man, the sound of the Red Sea parting...in Atmos!

I'm thinking more about the voice of the lord and the narrator.

[George Hargensen]

Originally Posted by CarlosMeat

I think if you are an atheist you will find this film at best uninteresting and at worst offensive.

If you are generally a believer in a higher power even if that is unspecific I think you will find it inspiring and a great film.

I am an atheist...I don't find it offensive...just overlong and boring...an empty Technicolor circus in fairy tale key,sort of a "The Golden Blade" with more money thrown into it and more pretentious.