Lawrence of Arabia is a perfect film. It covers ideas of violence, identity, home, loyalty, morality, idealism, assimilation, independence, and trauma. The narrative contrasts the grand scope of war with the intimate development of its protagonist. His arc is extreme but earned, driven by the plot and relevant to the themes. There are dynamic relationships, impactful characters, clear logistics, meaningful dialogue, humanization, philosophical choices, internal conflicts, tragedy, symbols, and wit. The acting provides mannerisms, range, layers, motivation, growth, vulnerability, outbursts, and honesty. Overall, it dissects the notion of mind over matter through a dense yet personal story.
Lawrence of Arabia is a technical wonder. The imagery offers scale, depth, color, motion, composition, lighting, and texture. Its editing adds inserts, dissolves, action, legendary match cuts, and patient pacing. The sound uses ambiance, war, split cuts, symbolism, silence, timing, and smash cuts. Its music is orchestral, iconic, ranged, themed, and regional. The production design provides epic locations, detail, magnitude, era, military, and evolution. Its cast is skilled, revered, diverse, and fitting (but its brownface is immoral). The tangible effects have stunts, blood, explosions, gunshots, and makeup. Lawrence of Arabia's peak ambition and execution make it an all-time great.
Writing: 10/10
Direction: 10/10
Cinematography: 10/10
Acting: 10/10
Editing: 10/10
Sound: 10/10
Score/Soundtrack: 10/10
Production Design: 10/10
Casting: 8/10
Effects: 10/10
Overall Score: 9.8/10
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