The Cross and the Switchblade-DVD

Starring:Pat Boone, Erik Estrada, Jackie Giroux, Jo-Ann Robinson, Dino DeFilippi, Don Blakely, Gil Frazier, Don Lamond, Sam Capuano, Alex Colon, HÃ©ctor Mercado, Stew Silver, Dorothy James, David Connell (II), Michelle Galjour, Jackie Cronin, Virginia Alonso, Darryl Speer, Thomas Mooney, Vince O'Brien
Director: Don Murray
Studio: Vision Video
Product Type: DVD

Description

Although the original events depicted in this classic from the drug infested, gang dominated streets happened over thirty years ago, the life-changing solution that David Wilkerson brought to desperate lives was just beginning. The beat goes on. The change in the life of notorious gang leader Nicky Cruz, as shown in the film, proved to be wonderfully lasting and real. Nicky continues today to reach young people around the world with the same life-changing message of the gospel of Jesus Christ that delivered him from violence and despair. And what about the skinny preacher, David Wilkerson, who braved the meanest streets of New York to tell desperate and drug crazed youth that there was a better way? Now, three decades later, he is still at it with a ministry based in Times Square that is still changing lives and offering genuine hope to countless souls who had given up on life.

Now in over 25 languages, The Cross and the Switchblade, starring Pat Boone and Eric Estrada, is one of those rare films that has shown its unique power to connect with the deepest hopes and fears of youth around the world. It remains today one of the most compelling stories of love, grace and the truth that no one is ever so far gone that they cannot find the way out.

DVD Features:
Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German and Polish language tracks with or without English
Subtitles: English
Viewing Format: Widescreen
Digitally remastered from the original 35mm negative.
Bonus Material:
- Director's Commentary
- Producer's Commentary
- Biographical information on actors, director's commentary, testimony by Nicky Cruz, and a look back on the making of the film and its impact
- Chapter titles for easy scene access

Customer Reviews:

Cliff Descloux.......2007-06-29

The Cross and the Switchblade has been one of those titles that has stuck in my mind since hearing about it,then viewing it in the early seventies.I grew up in a no-gang town in Alaska,so the movie got my interest on that point.However,the reason I remember the story is because of the portrayal of the power of God.This theme is also in the story of Gladys Ayward,missionary to China in the 1930's.That movie is 'The Inn of the Sixth Happiness'.As with The Cross and the Switchblade,the book provides a deeper story.(search under her name for the biography)
I gave five stars simply because it has remained in my mind for so long.I am buying the Cross and the Switchblade for my family.

What a God we have.......2007-06-24

I saw this movie yearssssssssss ago back in the 70's and then read the book and was touched deeply now that I have a putter and can order it I am and want all my family to watch God Bless all

Retro but timeless, and moving.......2007-01-12

I remember hearing about this movie decades ago and never saw it. Having finally seen it this past year I can see that I missed out on an incredible story of rescue and redemption from the world of drugs and gangs which unfortunately has an even stronger grip on our cities today. That is exactly what makes this film so relevant! How wonderful that it is dubbed in various languages! Another copy I own is already "making the rounds" amongst my German speaking friends in Munich. What happened in the 60's in New York still speaks to us today and crosses borders!

Bad Music & Acting Kill This Movie.......2006-09-15

The story of Nicky Cruz is indeed a powerful one & certainly relevant today. Unfortunately, this movie is so outdated that few high school or college students would be able to sit & watch it without laughing outright.

The music is horrible (read HORRIBLE). I'm not even convinced that most of secular society would have appreciated it back when this film was made, though I could be wrong on that point. It all seemed to fit so poorly with the movie's premise, & instead of helping the mood of scenes, it actually took much away from what might have been still impactful today.

Most of the fight scenes were poorly choreographed & some were reminiscent of "West Side Story". I half-expected the gangs to break into a song & dance number at any given moment. Along with that, though I understand the director was attempting to avoid a violent bloodbath on film, this movie could not possibly have accurately depicted ganglife. Most teens & young adults see worse in their own schools. To be fair, I was impressed with Pat Boone's ability to portray a non-judgemental Christian, though there were a few times when the camera angles portrayed him as almost angelic. (David Wilkerson is certainly someone to respect, but let's be realistic.) I am not a fan of Boone, but he handled his role decently enough. It was also pretty neat to see Erik Estrada when he was so young.

I'm sorry to say that I regret having purchased this movie. Not b/c the story is bad or even due to a poor script, but simply b/c it is not something I could ever share with the students in my youth group & their friends who would benefit from Cruz's story. Due to my husband's & my own struggle to see beyond the poor quality & dated nature of this film, I have little faith that our students would be able to get much from it.

This movie has impacted many, I realize. The story of Nicky Cruz is important, & people today should be exposed to it. Unfortunately, this film won't cut it in secular society today or even in many Christian ones. I hope that one of these days someone will remake this movie in a more realistic way with modern technology, pertinent music, & improved acting. Until then, I'll be referring them to the book & to Cruz's book "Run, Baby, Run".

The Book helped me change for the better.......2006-03-10

In 1975 I was given a copy of the book, The Cross and the Switchblade while i was waiting for a Greyhound Bus to go see my dad's mom whom I had never met. I was 14 years old and found myself put on the street by my natural mother who told me never come home. If it had not been for the spark this book put in my life and the seed that this book planted helped me prepare for my early adult life taking care of myself. I could not depend or trust anyone who said they loved me because I just didn't trust them, my own mother who said she loved me cast me to wolves, what would others do to me. It was David Wilkerson's book that changed me not immediately but planted the seed for the harvest in my life. I am now a Minister of the Gospel with a good business and a family whom I love and kids I wouldn't trade for anything.

Average customer rating:

Cliff Descloux
What a God we have
Retro but timeless, and moving
Bad Music & Acting Kill This Movie
The Book helped me change for the better

The Cross and the Switchblade
Starring: Pat Boone , Erik Estrada , Jackie Giroux , Jo-Ann Robinson , and Dino DeFilippi
Director: Don Murray
Manufacturer: Direct Source Label
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B0007R4T8A
Release Date: 2004-04-01

Customer Reviews:

Cliff Descloux.......2007-06-29

What a God we have.......2007-06-24

I saw this movie yearssssssssss ago back in the 70's and then read the book and was touched deeply now that I have a putter and can order it I am and want all my family to watch God Bless all

Retro but timeless, and moving.......2007-01-12

Bad Music & Acting Kill This Movie.......2006-09-15

The Book helped me change for the better.......2006-03-10

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