The Great Lover

Starring:Bob Hope, Rhonda Fleming, Roland Young, Roland Culver, Richard Lyon, Gary Gray, Jerry Hunter, Jackie Jackson, Wright Esser, Orley Lindgren, Curtis Loys Jackson Jr., George Reeves, Jim Backus, Sig Arno, Paul Bryar, Chester Clute, Albin Robeling, Charles La Torre, Torben Meyer, Louis Mercier
Director: Alexander Hall
Studio: Brentwood Home Video
Product Type: DVD

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Wonderful Set
Bob Hope Movie Collection
Great Set---Bad Packaging

The Ultimate Bob Hope Collection (The Great Lover / How to Commit Marriage / The Lemon Drop Kid / My Favorite Brunette / Paris Holiday / The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell / Road to Bali / Road to Rio / The Seven Little Foys / Son of Paleface)
Starring: Bob Hope
Manufacturer: Bci / Eclipse
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ASIN: B000IU37VG
Release Date: 2006-11-07

Customer Reviews:

Wonderful Set.......2007-03-21

Despite the packaging - (disks pilled on top of each other so to get at the bottom disk you have to first remove the ones on top.) Very inconvientient to manage. Because of the packiaging I had to rate the set as a 4, but if I was just rating the transfers themselves I would have given it a 5. This is the best transfer of the movies included that I have ever seen. My Favorite Brunette and Road to Bali were especially good - video sharp and clear - sound acceptible for movies of this age. The color on Bali was especially good - others I've seen had very poor, washed out colors. I have been completely happy with this set and would not hesitate to recommend it.

Bob Hope Movie Collection.......2007-01-18

I enjoyed the movies but the case it came in was really terrible so many disc's in a very badly designed holder. I am afraid they will become scratched!

Great Set---Bad Packaging.......2007-01-17

If you're a fan of Bob Hope-then this is a great buy. Some Classics here including The Lemon Drop Kid, Seven Little Foys, 2 Road Movies ( Rio & Bali ) plus some of Hope's later-and lesser efforts, i.e. How to Commit Marriage etc.
Though not a fan of these later movies they're still interesting to watch, but it's the earlier stuff that makes this set well worth owning-and the price cannot be beaten.
The only drawback is that because of the budget price-tag the set is presented with five double-sided discs virtually stacked on top of each other making them easily damaged if not careful.
However, having said that, I'm very happy with this package at such a bargain price. Highly recommended.

Rudolph Valentino: The Great Lover - A Documentary

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Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and More
An in depth look at Valentino
A Good All Around Documentary + Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
Great Documentary at a wonderful price!
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride again

Rudolph Valentino: The Great Lover - A Documentary
Director: Lynn Stevenson
Manufacturer: Delta
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Dark Lover: The Life and Death of Rudolph Valentino

ASIN: B000EGDCGO
Release Date: 2006-03-21

Customer Reviews:

Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and More.......2006-08-31

It's amazing to be able to watch Valentino in one of his greatest roles in The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. I consider this DVD the biggest deal of the century - a great documentary and a great movie at this incredibly low proce! The movie is not restored but the image is very watchable. We should not complain. I only wish that the name of the movie would be included in the title of this DVD or in the amazon's description. I was searching for this movie for quite some time and could not find it. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is considered a bonus material on this DVD and I found out about it purely by chance. What a discovery!

An in depth look at Valentino.......2006-08-22

This was an interesting documentary on Valentino. I was not aware of his background prior to becoming a film star. There is also quite a bit of info. re: his life while in Hollywood. The other features of this DVD, (the only known recording of his voice and the film that made him star) only enhance this documentary.

A Good All Around Documentary + Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.......2006-06-10

This is a good all around documentary if you want to learn something about Rudolph Valentino. They cover a lot of ground and while to the seasoned Valentino fan they present nothing new, it's a nice solid piece of work. While I consider myself seasoned, I still found this to be very entertaining.

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is much more problematic. A great film like this really needs to be seen in the best possible print. This one, unfortunately is not it. Dark and murky it looks to be from a 16mm print that had no clean up. But, beggars cannot be choosers until Turner Classic Movies and Warner Brothers deems it fit to release their exemplary print restored by Kevin Brownlow and David Gill under the auspices of Photoplay Productions.

The one real glaring and unexcusable error on the part of the producers is the Valentino recording of the Kashmiri Song. You hear the correct recording on the menu screen. Unfortunately, when you select the option to hear Valentino sing, the Kashmiri Song plays, but that recording is NOT Valentino's.

In any case, I'd recommend this to anyone with a passing interest in Valentino, it's a very nice diversion and 100% better than the documentary Delta produced on Douglas Fairbanks. Doug deserved much better!

Great Documentary at a wonderful price!.......2006-06-07

What a pleasant surprise to have a great documentary and a feature film all on one DVD...and at such a great price! Valentino lovers will love this DVD!

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse ride again.......2006-04-06

My compliments to Delta Entertainment for producing another fine quality DVD at budget cost in their documentary/biography collection series. After enjoying their production on Douglas Fairbanks Sr, I was looking forward to this documentary and silent film featuring the legendary Rudolph Valentino, and was definitely not disappointed. Like his contemporary Douglas Fairbanks, who left us his swashbuckling adventure legacy, Rudolph Valentino also had more talents and attributes than most people realize. This 80-minute documentary with plenty of great footage from Valentino's films and good commentary from various experts gives much more insight into the man behind the image of `sex symbol' and `dark lover'. Far from being a mere `gigolo', as he was also called, I was surprised and impressed to learn than he mastered four languages, had a degree in agriculture and was a professional dancer when he made his break in the movies. Like Fairbanks, Valentino also had quite a different (and perhaps much more intriguing!) image before his famous films of the 1920s, namely often playing a villain in various disguises. The documentary covers all the highlights of Valentino's short life and career, and is a very good introduction to those not so familiar with this icon of the silent era. The bonus material on this disc has more treats: besides a filmography and list of 3 books written by Valentino, there is a 1923 audio recording of Valentino singing "The Kashmiri Song". This is a special treat because there is no recording of his speaking voice, and only two known song recordings, this being one of them. My first impression was simply `WOW!' And my second thought: what a great shame he died so young because he could have offered the world so much more in the sound era as well, perhaps becoming a singer and all-round performer as well.

Alas, we will have to make due with what Valentino left us in the silent era, and a sample of the style that made him so appealing and legendary is seen on side 2 of this DVD, namely in "The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse". This 1921 silent film is quite a lengthy (over 2 hours) and involved drama about the sad fate of a family torn apart in World War I. The `Four Horsemen' refer to the Biblical account in Revelation/The Apocalypse, symbolizing the omens of our time: war, famine and pestilence, then death. These themes were close to the hearts and souls of audiences in the years after the `Great War' as it was called then, and no doubt many people could relate to the tragedy and broken family depicted in this film. Valentino's role stands out and is, in fact, the pivotal character: first a rich and spoilt philanderer who has an affair with a married woman, but when war and tragedies strike, his life takes another course. Valentino's intense and passionate expressions are evident in many scenes, and we can really see - over 80 years later - why he captivated audiences with his style and acting talent. The film itself is in good condition and only a little blurry at times, and the fine orchestral musical score seems to be an earlier recording made for this film. While not the same standard as the KINO label, for instance, I'm still giving this DVD the full 5 stars for the quality material and quantity (over 3 hours of viewing) for such a low budget price. Well done, Delta!

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"Observed in Embrace With Female-Not His Mother!"
pass this one up
Bob Hope at his best!
Funny movie,awful print
A young viewer

The Great Lover
Starring: Bob Hope , Rhonda Fleming , Roland Young , Roland Culver , and Richard Lyon
Director: Alexander Hall
Manufacturer: Bci / Eclipse
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ASIN: B00004YS6Y
Release Date: 2000-11-21

Customer Reviews:

"Observed in Embrace With Female-Not His Mother!".......2005-10-10

This very funny film is great entertainment for the entire family, as Bob Hope tries to romance Rhonda Fleming on board a cruise while not getting caught by the very clean and upright boy scout type troop of young men he's leading called the Foresters. Having a suave killer on board who thinks Bob is the perfect patsy for a con doesn't help his chances much and before this one is over Bob will be, quite literally, in the doghouse!

Alexander Hall directed the shenanigans from a screenplay by Edmund Beloin, Melville Shavelson and Jack Rose. Beloin doubled as producer for this fun romp that has a nice score from Joseph J. Lilley and a couple of good songs by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans. Roland Yong plays the con man and killer with a real flair and Rhonda Fleming is a nice partner for Hope this time out.

Freddy Hunter (Hope) is leading a troop of Foresters on the boat back from Paris. He works for a newspaper in North Zainesville, Ohio, where the Foresters, one of whom's dad owns the paper, have won a contest with the prize being a trip to Paris. Freddy thought it would be a blast in Paris because he has a little black book he won in a raffle, but the constant eagle eye of the Forester's young leader, Stanley (Richard Lyon), has prevented him from enjoying a number of vices on the trip. By the time they're ready to board the ship for home, Freddy is ready to ditch them.

That is, until the Dutchess Alexandria (Rhonda Fleming) comes on board, prompting Freddy to throw his little black book overboard at the sight of her. She is traveling with her father, Grand Duke Maximillian (Roland Culver), and the two plan to parlay a valuable necklace into a more substantial fortune they can take back to their country, as theirs is gone. C. J. Dabney (Roland Young) spots them as a rich mark, ripe for the picking, and pegs Freddy as his new partner. Dabney never lets any of his partners in on what's going on, however, and they seem to all get strangled shortly after he's done with them!

Jim Backus is Higgins, the cop who's been on Dabney's trail for some time, but knows the only way to get the goods on the slippery and dangerous con is to catch him in the act. Freddy, who has been pretending to be rich at his new pal Dabney's suggestion, ends up fleecing the Grand Duke while he's romancing his daughter Alex. Once he realizes what's going on, and comes into contact with Higgins, he know's he's safe, at least as long as there is one person who knows he's innocent. But what will Freddy do when Higgins turns up strangled too?!

This is just a lot of fun for the entire family. Watching Hope attempt to thread a needle while a very amorous Fleming is all over him is a lot of laughs. Fleming had a nice voice and gets to sing a gypsy song to Hope that has him sweating bullets. He does, after all, have in his charge those Foresters, who would not approve of his tardiness for taps. Only little Tommy (Gary Gray) has any sympathy for Freddy and his vices. He is the only Forester who believes it wasn't Freddy who killed Higgins and brings him some food while he's hiding in a doghouse!

One of the funniest moments in the film comes when Stanley reads a list of charges directed at Freddy, whose behavior has not conformed to the code of the Foresters. Another sparkling moment stems from an encounter on board between Bob and the greatest comedian radio ever had, Jack Benny. Bob needs change for a 100 dollar bill, and if you know anything about Benny, you can guess the rest! It is a brief cameo but squeezes in a hilarious toupee joke and a funny swipe at Benny's thrifty ways.

There is a very funny ending that works out great for everyone, making this one of Bob's most enjoyable films. The same writers responsible for "Road to Rio," "My Favorite Brunette," and "The Prince and the Pirate" gave Hope another good story he made the most of. Don't miss Bob and his fun excursion with the Whippoorwill Patrol!

pass this one up.......2004-10-17

The Brentwood version is of very poor quality. I love Bob Hope movies, but I'm sorry I spent the money on this one!

Bob Hope at his best!.......2003-10-07

Mr. Hope stars as Freddie Hunter, a reporter who is chaperoning a troop of scouts aboard a ocean liner. The scouts see it as their duty to save Freddie from himself by making sure he doesn't smoke, drink or enjoy the hug of a woman "other than his Mom". The fact that the head boy of the troop is the son of Freddie's boss doesn't help Freddie when he decides to flirt with the Duchess Alexandria. But women are the least of Freddie's troubles. There is a killer on board. This killer decides to frame Freddie for his murderous deeds. Fortunately, there is a detective on board, hot on the trail of the true murderer, but wait, Freddie discovers the body of the murdered detective. How will Freddie prove his innocence? This is an entertaining film for the whole family. It also stars Rhonda Fleming, George Reeves, Jim Backus and Roland Young. So grab the popcorn, dim the lights and enjoy this wonderful movie!.

Funny movie,awful print.......2002-01-21

The dvd of this is a real let-down.The picture quality is really washed out.If you can put up with this,Hope is on good form,the story is above average and Jack Benny's brief appearance is a hoot.Shame about the transfer,though...

A young viewer.......2001-01-19

Bob Hope is wonderful in this delightful movie. I recomend it to everyone!

The Cook Thief, His Wife And Her Lover [PAL, Region 2, Import]

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The Cook Thief, His Wife And Her Lover [PAL, Region 2, Import]

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Region 2 encoding (Europe, Japan, South Africa and the Middle East including Egypt).
Requires multi-region DVD player in the US.

ASIN: 8301132086

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The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her Lover is both adored and detested for its combination of sumptuous beauty and revolting decadence. Few directors polarise audiences in the same way as Peter Greenaway, a filmmaker as influenced by Jacobean revenge tragedy and 17th-century painting as by the French New Wave. A vile, gluttonous thief (Michael Gambon) spews hate and abuse at a restaurant run by a stoic French cook (Richard Bohringer), but under the thief's nose his wife (the ever-sensuous Helen Mirren) conducts an affair with a bookish lover (Alan Howard). Clothing (by avant-garde designer Jean-Paul Gaultier) changes colour as the characters move from room to room. Nudity, torture, rotting meat, and Tim Roth at his sleaziest all contribute the atmosphere of decay and excess. Not for everyone, but for some, essential.

Smart Travels Europe with Rudy Maxa Europe Just For Fun A Music Lover's Europe, Four Great Cities II NEW SEASON IV

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Smart Travels Europe with Rudy Maxa Europe Just For Fun A Music Lover's Europe, Four Great Cities II NEW SEASON IV

Manufacturer: TravelVideoStore.com
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Europe Just For Fun As todays travelers replace the old once-in-a-lifetime European tour with multiple trips, many look for another dimension in travel. Some are ready for a break from museums and historical sights in favor or a tripor a dayjust for fun. So, heres where Rudy shares his personal picks of fun and games. Whether its hot-air-ballooning, mountain luge rides, golf, puppetry, amusement parks, country mazes, hiking, or just lazing on a sunny beach, theres plenty of adventure to be found in Europe. And of course, this R&R comes well spiced with memorable meals and local libations. Heres Rudys take on Europe Just For Fun. A Music Lover's Europe For a totally different view of Europe, Rudy shows smart travelers how to organize a trip around a theme. Rudy discovers surprising and fresh takes on Europe as he sets out on a music lovers tour. Winning, live performances by the Sicilian folk band Diascouri, and by Groupo Emiliano, a zany, classically-trained quartet from Emilia Romagna, are the backbone of this offbeat trip. But performance is just the start. Rudy visits folkdance groups in Sweden and Norway and delights in the classics in Italy and Austria. And everywhere, the music provides a backdrop for enthralling local scenery and engaging local stories. Four Great Cities II We can jet to Europe in a day and visit four cities in less than a week. Its great to take your time but sometimes you only have a day to visit. How can you be part of the international jet set and still get a taste of old Europe? This time Smart Travels takes viewers on a whirlwind tour of four cities that represent a bit of the old and bit of the new in Europe. Rudy shows viewer how to get the most out of one-day visits to Copenhagen, Berlin, Munich, and Rome. TIPS on maximizing travel memories from a 24-hour stay in a European big city.

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"Observed in Embrace With Female-Not His Mother!"
pass this one up
Bob Hope at his best!
Funny movie,awful print
A young viewer

Great Lover
Starring: Bob Hope , Rhonda Fleming , Roland Young , Roland Culver , and Richard Lyon
Director: Alexander Hall
Manufacturer: United American Video
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ASIN: B00005QAQ4
Release Date: 2000-11-21

Customer Reviews:

"Observed in Embrace With Female-Not His Mother!".......2005-10-10

pass this one up.......2004-10-17

The Brentwood version is of very poor quality. I love Bob Hope movies, but I'm sorry I spent the money on this one!

Bob Hope at his best!.......2003-10-07

Funny movie,awful print.......2002-01-21

A young viewer.......2001-01-19

Bob Hope is wonderful in this delightful movie. I recomend it to everyone!

Lot of 4 Bob Hope Film Collection DVD: My Favorite Brunette, The Great Lover, The Lemon Drop Kid, Son of Paleface

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Lot of 4 Bob Hope Film Collection DVD: My Favorite Brunette, The Great Lover, The Lemon Drop Kid, Son of Paleface

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Dolby Digital DVD Video
Distributed by BCI

ASIN: B000R7MCKM

Product Description

Comedy Classics for the Bob Hope Fan Son of Paleface with Jane Russell, Roy Rogers,1952 The Lemon Drop Kid with Marily Maxwell, William Frawley, 1951 The Great Lover with Rhonda Fleming, George Reeves , 1949 My Favorite Brunette, with Dorothy Lamour, Peter Lorre, Lon Chaney Each film runs about 80 - 90 minutes.

Lot of 4 DVD Bob Hope Film Collection Son of Paleface, Lemon Drop Kid, Great Lover, My Favorite Brunette

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Lot of 4 DVD Bob Hope Film Collection Son of Paleface, Lemon Drop Kid, Great Lover, My Favorite Brunette

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Lot of 4 DVD Bob Hope Film Collection Son of Paleface, Lemon Drop Kid, Great Lover, My Favorite Brunette

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My Favorite Brunette

ASIN: B000R7F1AK

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This 4 from the Bob Hope Film Collection. Each film (DVD) runs approx 90 minutes. Son of Paleface: Comedy with Jane Russell, Rod Rodgers (1952) Lemon Drop Kid: Comedy with Marilyn Maxwell , William Frawley (1951) Great Lover: Comedy with Rhonda Fleming, George Reeves (1949) My Favorite Brunette: Comedy with Dorothy Lamour, Peter Lorre, Lon Chaney

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