DVD Mini Review - Anne of the Thousand Days

I love history and I love historical films, books, etc. There are certainly many fine films that deal with the history of the British monarchy and Charles Jarrott's Anne of the Thousand Days is one of them.

This film deals mainly with King Henry VIII's (Richard Burton)love affair with Anne Boleyn (Genevieve Bujold). He was crazy for her but she was very cool for him. But he eventually won her over but their love didn't last. We all know the story but seeing it retold in this wonderful film makes the story even more interesting.

The film is beautifully shot and has gorgeous costumers (it won an Oscar in that category). It boasts a terrific supporting cast including Anthony Quayle as Cardinal Woolsey and Irene Papas as Henry's first wife Queen Katherine. Burton, who was one of the greatest actors who ever lived, is a marvelous (and cruel) Henry. And Bujold is just sensational as Anne. What a sharp tongue that woman had!! I just loved it.

So if you like this type of film and you haven't seen it yet then you must rent it. You will be very happy that you did.