It's my favorite film also. I've probably watched it 5 or 6 times, but the truth is, I couldn't even really tell you what happens, plot-wise. For me, watching a film is simply an experience, like hearing music, or looking at a painting. When I think of this experience, Days of Heaven, I have the most wonderful feeling. That's why I say it's my favorite.
The first time I watched days of heaven on bluray I just cried for like the first five minutes. beautiful. just beautiful. I really couldn't help it. it was overwhelming. lolol legendary film.
I played this film first run at some theaters I owned. As a theater owner I was blown away by the way the film looked on the big screen as well as the way it would sound. “A Summer Story” is the only other film to rival its’ presentation. Audiences loved both films ❤️
Grande indeed! Nestor studied at school with my father, and my father introduced me to him. I will never forget the two hours talking. It is a shame that he couldn't shoot Good Fellas. He had an agreement with Robert Benton on Billy Bathgate.
My good friend Bob Gould was the Decorator on this film. We were at the Academy last week to see a beautiful print of the film screened. It still blows my mind.
@ElTuco84- I agree; the 70's was the last golden era of movie making in America. The films were so original and adventurous. You don't see this kind of film making anymore.
***** Have you actually seen Heaven's Gate? Because it's a gorgeous film, & amazing subject-matter & storytelling. Part of the reason why that film was considered a "flop" had to do with egos, people wanting so badly for Cimino to fail. It certainly made way less money than it cost, but it's a beautiful film, reminds me in ways of Days of Heaven, & I think it will be reassessed over the coming years. It's def worth watching.
You can see why Randal Kleiser absolutely wanted Nestor to shoot The Blue Lagoon after seeing this film. It is visually spectacular. I think his work in TBL is just as good imo :)
@esiotrot17 Like you, I hesitated, I would say this was my personal favourite, the best movie I've ever seen, but I would always be conscious of the fact that I've only seen a fraction of all movies (and I believe I'm a lot older than you!) However, I'd be willing to bet that nothing could ever surpass its effect on me... I had an epiphany last year when I read that Malick was influenced by the German philosopher, Martin Heidegger. Ah, NOW I understand why I found Days of Heaven stunning...
Yes, some very nice filmmaking, and a few scenes deserving of the overused descriptor "beautiful" (e.g. the wide-angle 'magic hour' shots, the wind moving the wheat around like golden water, etc.). As a piece of drama, however, I felt it was only OK, and less than the sum of its parts. Never nearly as engrossing as "Badlands".
![[Video Essay] The Films of Terrence Malick: Days of Heaven](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/nxpzPbR7GBo/mqdefault.jpg)
It's my favorite film also. I've probably watched it 5 or 6 times, but the truth is, I couldn't even really tell you what happens, plot-wise.
For me, watching a film is simply an experience, like hearing music, or looking at a painting.
When I think of this experience, Days of Heaven, I have the most wonderful feeling.
That's why I say it's my favorite.
Fascinating description how they captured the light on these shots. RIP Linda Manz August 14, 2020; her narration made this movie.
So delighted to hear that they're finally going to remake this film with 'The Rock' in the Richard Gere role
LMAO
A visual masterpiece...even if you mute the volume, the film tells the story beautifully and so purely. What an underrated gem.
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This movie blew me away when I saw the cinematography for the first time last year, never had seen it but bought it on bluray criterion. Wow just wow.
I used to say that this was my favorite movie ever, but now I'm seen more movies and I feel comfortable saying this is the BEST MOVIE OF ALL TIME
The 1970's Hollywood films never stop to amaze me, definitely the greatest era in american film history.
The first time I watched days of heaven on bluray I just cried for like the first five minutes. beautiful. just beautiful. I really couldn't help it. it was overwhelming. lolol legendary film.
I played this film first run at some theaters I owned. As a theater owner I was blown away by the way the film looked on the big screen as well as the way it would sound. “A Summer Story” is the only other film to rival its’ presentation. Audiences loved both films ❤️
how can people think this film lacks story, it is about love in such a beautiful sense
Grande indeed!
Nestor studied at school with my father, and my father introduced me to him. I will never forget the two hours talking. It is a shame that he couldn't shoot Good Fellas. He had an agreement with Robert Benton on Billy Bathgate.
Sam Sheppard in his prime. What a great guy. RIP.
Spectacular cinematography
My good friend Bob Gould was the Decorator on this film. We were at the Academy last week to see a beautiful print of the film screened. It still blows my mind.
Thanks for putting this up :)
@ElTuco84- I agree; the 70's was the last golden era of movie making in America. The films were so original and adventurous. You don't see this kind of film making anymore.
*****
Have you actually seen Heaven's Gate? Because it's a gorgeous film, & amazing subject-matter & storytelling. Part of the reason why that film was considered a "flop" had to do with egos, people wanting so badly for Cimino to fail. It certainly made way less money than it cost, but it's a beautiful film, reminds me in ways of Days of Heaven, & I think it will be reassessed over the coming years. It's def worth watching.
Linda manz is the soul of this film
Grande Nestor Almendros !!
You can see why Randal Kleiser absolutely wanted Nestor to shoot The Blue Lagoon after seeing this film. It is visually spectacular. I think his work in TBL is just as good imo :)
Increíble trabajo.
Any chance of a longer clip - I don't have blu ray and there is no UK copy I can find. THanks
Haskell Wexler (Medium Cool) also worked on the photography
The BGM is also beautiful. Ｉ loved this movie and Richard Gear when young.
@esiotrot17 Like you, I hesitated, I would say this was my personal favourite, the best movie I've ever seen, but I would always be conscious of the fact that I've only seen a fraction of all movies (and I believe I'm a lot older than you!) However, I'd be willing to bet that nothing could ever surpass its effect on me... I had an epiphany last year when I read that Malick was influenced by the German philosopher, Martin Heidegger. Ah, NOW I understand why I found Days of Heaven stunning...
i only want to know where it was shot? the place is so amazing..
Canada
fascinating!!!
@jclabburn It's The Criterion Collection. All Hail the Criterion Collection. :)
i need this in spanish :(
One of my favorite films of all time. But then I saw 'Black Panther.'
Unbelievable
this is what lacking in indian cinema we should learn something
Brooke Adams should have played Karen Carpenter!
Yes, some very nice filmmaking, and a few scenes deserving of the overused descriptor "beautiful" (e.g. the wide-angle 'magic hour' shots, the wind moving the wheat around like golden water, etc.).
As a piece of drama, however, I felt it was only OK, and less than the sum of its parts. Never nearly as engrossing as "Badlands".
Seeing this now I realize why Richard Gere was such a sex symbol.
BLIMEY. MY UA-cam VID'S ARE LESS SHIT THAN I THOUGHT...
DBM. ENGLAND.
i only want to know where it was shot? the place is so amazing..
Alberta, south of Calgary in the foothills
Same as Unforgiven and the original Superman
wow really?? God is amazing! i cant wait to see it. i am preparing a visa for my stay in Leduc alberta.