Chariots Of Fire (DVD) Reviews

For it says in the good book, 'he that honours Me, I will honour'.... On a basic level this fine British film is the ultimate Oscar-winning period piece and influential, uplifting feel-good film. Two other qualities are its strong realism and the resonant Vangelis soundtrack that, as with 'Blade Runner', increases the strength and ...  Read the complete review

I had a wonderful evening a few nights ago watching one of my favourite films of all time - Chariots of Fire. This amazing film depicts the events of the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris and the personal and public struggles of two athletes- Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddle. The film starts at a memorial service in 1978 giving thanks for the ...  Read the complete review

This, in my opinion, is one of the most timeless movies ever. Anyone who believes passionately in anything will relate to Eric Liddell, and be inspired by the passion, determination and drive constantly exhibited by this great man. And in the same way, anyone who has ever been marginalised and rejected will understand the pain of Harold Abrams, ...  Read the complete review

this film definately makes you feel. it just ace - Advantages: historically accurate (as far as i know), it is has a completely different angle, i'm not sure i could categorise it, it's really good - Disadvantages: the music, it is a bit cheesy in places

Watching Chariots of Fire on the television for the umpteenth time a day or so ago, I suddenly realised here was a film on which I could write an opinion. Not only that, but I can add some little trivia details which might, or might not, be of interest to one or two of you. I am able to do this because guess what.........I was in it! ! ...  Read the complete review