The Ten Commandments (1956) 4K [Blu-ray] [2021] [Region A & B & C] [4K UHD]

This and Lillies of the Valley are the ultimate must watch movies for Easter. I grew up watching this movie to herald in Easter. It is a rite of passage. Yes, it is now dated but still very good. It has the nostalgia factor that helps keep it good. I like that it doesn't have the 90% computerized graphics formula with tons of explosive sounds that take away from the dialog. It is a true classic like Lillies of the Valley, Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, and more. You can't go wrong with the classics.

Growing up as a kid we watched this movie. It was thrilling to see the Red Sea part and all the plagues. And to realize our God did all that. I’ve watched it 3 times and I’m sure when there’s nothing but trash to watch I’ll watch it again and again.

Great movie to watch, one worth watching and keeping to watch but renting it was worth it

Great movie !

This is a favorite movie of mine since I was a child. Sometimes you just want the old ones.

This classic movie occupies at least 3 levels of meaning, which is why I call it a nexus. It is a religious statement, it is a historical drama, and it is just plain Hollywood entertainment. It works so well on all three levels that, particularly at the very reasonable price of this 2-disc version, it is worth owning for anyone with even the slightest interest in any of those levels. From the religious point of view, the movie has the strength (or perhaps weakness) that the producer, the famous Cecil B. DeMille himself, deliberately hewed to the Biblical account, and furthermore, that he occasionally brings in the magisterial wording of the King James Bible in the voice of a narrator. Not for him the revisionist views of so many of today's clergy, who explain that Moses was "inspired" by a mysterious divine force and thereby wrote the tablets. No, Mr. DeMille has the Deity Himself speak directly to Moses in a loud, clear voice. I did not find this annoying; rather, I thought it was a reassuring rock of certainty among today's shifting moral sands. In the commentary on the second disc, which is worth listening to, the narrator makes it clear that Mr. DeMille believed in God's Law, and our moral worth being measured against it; those who don't measure up would be punished, in this world or the next. If you don't have doctrinal prejudices against those beliefs, they make for excellent theater. While Mr. DeMille was certainly a Christian, if you're Jewish, you will not be offended by this movie. In fact, you will find it both educational and inspiring. Without making you sit through a seder, it will painlessly tell you the whole Passover story, including all that's essential in most Haggadahs, such as the Ten Plagues and even the Four Questions, cunningly worked into a meal Moses presides over. The miracles such as the burning bush and parting the Red Sea happen exactly as you'd expect from the Biblical account. In the credits you'll find a Hollywood rabbi, and the Mishnah, one of the Jewish religious texts, listed as references. Mr. DeMille tried hard to be consistent with Jewish lore. The movie is history, also, albeit with a twist. Biblical scholars do not agree when the Exodus actually took place; with so many details in the Bible it does not seem there is much doubt it actually happened, but there is little internal evidence with which to date it. Even worse, there are no corroborating Egyptian records, which is odd, because Egypt was one of the world's first literate societies and their records, carved on stone or painted on papyrus and preserved by the hot, dry climate, have often survived. Therefore, it was necessary for Mr. DeMille to pick a time period, and because he wanted a glittering spectacle in his movie, he picked the height of Egypt's power and glory, the reign of Ramses II (1279-1213 BC). Most historians think that's unlikely, because Egypt was so powerful in that period that having a bunch of slaves rebel and run away successfully strains the bounds of probability; but of course with God helping, the problem is solved, and it makes a much better story. It is a fact that Ramses attacked Nubia at the very beginning of his reign, just like in the movie; likewise, he married Nefertari (Nefertiri in the movie) when he was quite young. She died some years later and he lived on to be about 90, Egypt's longest reigning Pharaoh, marrying other women, but Nefertari was his favorite wife and their relationship in the movie might be close to historical reality. Likewise, the costumes and architecture are straight out of archaeology, making use of materials excavated from tombs and the Ramesseum, the huge temple the historical Ramses actually built. The construction site in the movie not only had thousands of extras moving materials around in a very authentic way, but its design corresponded to one of the monuments known to have been built in that time period. In short, Mr. DeMille made sure his details were as good as they could be within the knowledge of his time period. The Egyptian archaeological service is also listed in the credits. Finally, the movie is a love triangle with Ramses and Moses competing for the attentions of Nefertiri. That Moses has a mission from God that transcends his attraction for Nefertiri is something she doesn't understand till near the end of the movie, and of course Ramses doesn't either, fuelling his jealous rage. That Moses isn't seriously tempted by her is another measure of how old-fashioned this movie is. No shades of gray here! The miracles, especially the death of the first born children, are carried out with special effects that are still rivetting, although not as overwhelming as those in more recent movies; remember, when this movie was made there were no computers. Animation had to be by cartoonists painting frame by frame. Anyway, the story reaches its destined conclusion, and although it's quite a long movie, it doesn't seem to drag. If you haven't seen it, a treat awaits you; if you have but it was a long time ago, you might still enjoy watching it again, perhaps with your children.

In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth. Soon thereafter, He created man in His own image. Man quickly became a sinful, imperfect creature, but that hasn't stopped him from doing some pretty nifty things during his reign on Earth. He's made nature's curves straight; he's conquered not only the land but the waters and the air; and he's built marvelous, wonderful things that to this day amaze, even with centuries of historical achievements available for comparison's sake. Man's done all of this through that which God has given him, whether through his command over the lands and the animals and the birds in the sky and the fish in the waters or the skills of reason and ingenuity and the drive to achieve. From the dust from whence man came and the earth upon which he walks man has built both Heavenly monuments and instruments of sin, but man continues on, finding ways to use all God has given him for good and bad alike. Somehow, from the dust of the earth; the minerals found within it; through other, naturally-occurring elements; and the wisdom bestowed upon him by God; man has managed to create, among many miracles, the medium of film, a powerful tool for good and bad indeed but through which man may demonstrate his his own ability to create, whether to recreate history as accurately as he pleases or to build a brand new world of wonders that once only existed within man's own mind. One man, Cecil B. DeMille, chose to use the medium of film to retell the Biblical story of Moses. Moses was a simple man who lived thousands of years ago, chosen by God to lead an entire people to freedom and through whom God laid forth His Ten Commandments which, alongside the teachings of Christ, remain principles of the Christian faith. DeMille's film The Ten Commandments is a hallmark achievement of both man and cinema, a picture of visual wonders yes but more importantly a retelling of one of the greatest and most important stories ever told. It's a film that even today plays with not only heart and a love and appreciation for its source material, but it is also built on guiding principles of freedom, goodness, and faith that now and will forever be keys to a successful life.

This is a great story and has unequaled story.

This film was beautifully restored for Blu-Ray. The colours are so bright and vivid, the sets were huge and detailed, and the visual effects are done extremely well...when you consider when this was filmed. This is Charlton Hestons crowning acting achievement and a must-have film for collectors and home theatre enthusiasts. Due to the pandemic, Deliveries will take a very long time, however the seller kept me well informed and responded to all my questions very quickly. The disc was well packaged and arrived intact. I trust this seller and would definitely purchase in the future.

Ik ben nogsteeds verbaasd over de kwaliteit van de film van toen

As many times as we have watched this movie - about God's handiwork in setting the Jews free, sustaining them and bringing them miraculously to their homeland, we never tire of it! We are deeply grateful!

een van de mooiste oude film uit de bijbel zo maken ze geen films meer een echte aanrader

When I was a child, I remember watching the Ten Commandements on TV, then bought a video for my VCR in which my children loved to watch. Now attempted to watch with my grand children but the video was not functional anymore. Much to my surprise, found a DVD of the Ten Commandements from Amazon! Ordered it, received in no time and if is of utmost quality, my children and grandchildren are watching this spectacular video and all were amazed and enjoyed viewing this greatly! Thanks Amazon!