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Elephant Walk (1954)

Elizabeth Taylor , Dana Andrews , William Dieterle  |  NR |  DVD
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Elizabeth Taylor, Dana Andrews, Peter Finch, Abraham Sofaer, Abner Biberman
  • Directors: William Dieterle
  • Writers: John Lee Mahin, Robert Standish
  • Producers: Irving Asher
  • Format: Color, Full Screen, Subtitled, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
  • Subtitles: English
  • Dubbed: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Paramount
  • DVD Release Date: July 12, 2005
  • Run Time: 103 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0009CTVEK
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #107,687 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Elephant Walk" on IMDb

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It's never been as revered as The African Queen, but Elephant Walk is a similarly prestigious entry in the exotic adventure movie trend of the 1950s. This is one of those glossy Technicolor melodramas that inevitably climaxed in a scene of tragic destruction, typically intended to teach men a humbling lesson about the forces of nature. In this case, a seemingly delicate newlywed (Elizabeth Taylor) joins her husband (Peter Finch) on his tea plantation in Ceylon, only to uncover mysteries about the plantation and her husband's long-dead father, whose ghostly presence looms over the stately estate where elephants once roamed freely. Dana Andrews is the plantation foreman who catches Liz's attention when Finch is injured during one of many drunken interludes with a band of snobby sycophants; she grows intolerant of them, and impatient with the enigmatic Appuhamy (Abraham Sofaer), a Ceylonese valet who knows more than he's telling. After the plantation endures an outbreak of cholera and a drought that sends thirsty elephants into an stampeding frenzy, Elephant Walk delivers a spectacular finale that's still quite impressive; the sight of Liz fleeing from a pack of rampaging pachyderms is enough to make this a worthwhile diversion. With its exotic settings and fashionable wardrobe, Taylor's fans should consider Elephant Walk a must-see, and everyone else will enjoy the fiery climax. It's this movie's version of the burning of Atlanta, which is fitting because Gone with the Wind star Vivien Leigh was replaced by Taylor shortly after filming began, and can still be glimpsed in a few long shots. --Jeff Shannon

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Elizabeth Taylor plays a newlywed who accompanies Finch to his sprawling tea plantation called ELEPHANT WALK...and falls for overseer Andrews. But this love triangle is soon dwarfed by other events. A cholera epidemic breaks out, drought blights the land and herds of thirst-maddened elephants devastate the plantation in a thundering stampede. The palatial "bungalow" is reduced to rubble as onrushing elephants pound across polished floors, rip walls from their foundations and knock over kerosene drums to ignite a terrifying inferno.

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Still Elizabeth Taylor gave a very credible performance as Ruth Wiley. Classic Movie watcher  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
Glad I found this wonderful to add to my collection. N. Green  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
The cinematography is wonderful and the costumes are brilliant. 4EverYoung  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent early Elizabeth Taylor adult role March 5, 2002
Format:VHS Tape
I've always loved this film. I constantly feel that it is unfairly dismissed as a jungle soap opera but it has so many very good things going for it. I feel it was a very important early adult film role for Elizabeth and certainly gives an indication of all the stunning roles coming up for her soon like "Giant", "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof", "Suddenly Last Summer" etc. She gives here an excellent performance and absolutely holds her own against Dana Andrews and Peter Finch.
The look of the film is spectacular and Elizabeth has never been more lovely. I wont retell the saga of Elizabeth replacing Vivien Leigh here again as other reviewers have mentioned it already, bu tthe film does benefit from the stunning on location photography in Ceylon which adds richly to the films quality. Abraham Soefar has a superb role as the mystical and haughty man servant who at first despises but then grows to appreciate Elizabeth's character through plague and then of course the spectacular elephant stampede at the finale which is without doubt "Elephant Walk"s most famous scene. It is a stunner and well worth the wait.
I highly recommend "Elephant Walk" for all of you who, like me, love Elizabeth Taylor and know what a fine actress she is. An excellent film to sit back and enjoy....they don't make 'em like this any more!!
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24 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars soapy melodrama with Elizabeth Taylor December 30, 2004
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ELEPHANT WALK is fine movie starring lovely Elizabeth Taylor in an excellent performance.

A rich Ceylon plantation owner (Peter Finch) falls in love with a young woman in England (Elizabeth Taylor) and their brief courtship gives way to a whirlwind marriage. Once back in Ceylon, however, things cool when she discovers her main lot in life is to play gracious hostess to a never-ending parade of weekend 'guests'.

She falls in love with the handsome and understanding overseer (Dana Andrews) before a drought and cholera outbreak threaten everything.

The final titular sequence is alone worth the price of admission. Elizabeth Taylor looks ravishing in her Edith Head-designed gowns and acts superbly given the limitations of the material (based on the book by Robert Standish).

**Vivien Leigh was originally signed to star but following a severe nervous breakdown on location in Ceylon, the role of Ruth was taken by Elizabeth Taylor, though Leigh can still be glimpsed in the location long-shots**
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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Jungle Soap July 22, 2005
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For a good two-thirds of "Elephant Walk" the film is bogged down by uninteresting melodramatics, namely a love triangle involving the film's principal actors(Elizabeth Taylor, Peter Finch, Dana Andrews). The last third of the film is redeemed by a compelling cholera epidemic and a well staged elephant stampede in the film's setting, a tea plantation in Ceylon. The main actors acquit themselves well despite the fact that they are participating in an opulently staged soap opera. Other pluses here are the stunning interior designs and gorgeous Edith Head creations. Of course, young Liz is stunning to look at. That said, if you want to check out a better plantation melodrama "The Naked Jungle" with Charlton Heston and Eleanor Parker would be well worth your while.
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5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT
THE BEST FROM THE MGM TIMES. THE BEST MOVIES EVER MADE FROM THE GOLDEN MOVIE ERA. I HOPE THOSE STUDIOS RETURN.
Published 1 month ago by jmc2012
5.0 out of 5 stars loved it
wonderful marvelous fantastic classic dvd to watch. loved elizabeth taylor and dana andrews.

i highly recommend this old time favorite dvd movie to anyone who loves... Read more
Published 2 months ago by raven
5.0 out of 5 stars i loved it
i loved this movie; especially the part where the elephants got revenge. this is a great movie for my collection.
Published 6 months ago by sassy
5.0 out of 5 stars Elephant Walk
I have wanted this movie for many years but could never find it on DVD. It was finally released and then gone again. Even after the death of Ms. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Terradaloo
5.0 out of 5 stars elepjphant walk dvd
I was suprised that the dvd came so fast,this is one of my favorite movies,and I was not sure I would be able to get it on dvd
Published 16 months ago by Penelope A. Homer
3.0 out of 5 stars Elephant Walk
I am not crazy enough to pay $69.99 for this movie. Sorry but no movie is worth this much money. I have bought hundreds of movies from Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Gwendolyn F. Lollar
5.0 out of 5 stars very pleased
this movie i bought for a friend as a gift she had wanted this movie for a long time but i have to say my husband and i did get a surprize when we opened it when it came in the... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Cindy Copeland
3.0 out of 5 stars STAMPEDE!
I recall seeing this eons ago when quite young. The only scene that stuck in my head was the elephants wandering though the bungalow. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Einsatz
5.0 out of 5 stars Elephant Walk
I was not sure how a pre-viewed VHS tape would be but I was pleasantly surprised by the high quality. I would recommend this company to anyone who is looking for an older title.
Published 23 months ago by Stephanie Schutte
3.0 out of 5 stars Elephant Walk
It's hard anymore to find good decent movies and this is a winner on all accounts.
Elizabeth Taylor is beautiful in this movie. Read more
Published on May 9, 2011 by Linda G. Williams
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