One might be tempted to surmise that when Sinclair Lewis wrote his novel "Elmer Gantry" in 1926, he had it in his mind that Burt Lancaster would one day portray the title character on stage. That is impossible, of course - Lancaster was only 14 years old when the book was published - but it is equally unthinkable that any other actor could fill the role. The film version of Elmer Gantry is now available on Blu-ray, and while it is not a perfect transfer it is a very good one, and it is a highly satisfying way to enjoy what is perhaps the finest performance of Lancaster's illustrious career.
Studio: MGM
Distributed By: Kino Lorber
Video Resolution and Encode: 1080P/AVC
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Audio: English 1.0 DD (Mono)
Subtitles: English
Rating: Not Rated
Run Time: 2X Hr. 26 Min.
Package Includes: Blu-ray
Standard Blu-ray Keep CaseDisc Type: BD50 (dual layer)
Region: A
Release Date: 09/23/2014
MSRP: $29.95
The Production Rating: 5/5
Video Rating: 3.5/5 3D Rating: NA
Audio Rating: 3.5/5
Special Features Rating: 2/5
Overall Rating: 4/5
Reviewed By: Richard Gallagher
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