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Manufacturer: A&E Home Video
Starring: Jeff Daniels, Roger Rees, Sebastian Roché, Steven McCarthy, John Henry Canavan
Directed By: Robert Harmon

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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9780767050760
Format: Color
ISBN: 0767050762
Label: A&E Home Video
Manufacturer: A&E Home Video
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: A&E Home Video
Region Code: 1
Release Date: 2003-02-11
Running Time: 100
Studio: A&E Home Video
Theatrical Release Date: 2000-01-10

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Editorial Reviews:

Every American knows that George Washington crossed the icy Delaware River in the War of Independence, if only from Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze's famous 1851 painting. The made-for-cable-TV historical drama The Crossing, scripted by Howard Fast from his novel, corrects at least one piece of historical invention--Washington did not stand and pose for the occasion of Leutze's portrait--but, more importantly, it frames the event in the real-life drama that made it a decisive moment of American history. Jeff Daniels makes a fine General George Washington, the quiet, dignified, and increasingly desperate leader of the volunteer Continental Army. By December 1776, six months after the Declaration of Independence was signed, the tired and hungry army had retreated to the far banks of the Delaware River, a mere fraction of the original 20,000-strong force. Knowing that defeat means the end of the revolution, Washington takes the offensive in a dangerous surprise attack that turns the tide of the war. Like the sprawling Civil War epic Gettysburg, The Crossing takes one incident of the Revolutionary War and digs into the whys and wherefores that make it vital history. It lacks scope and spectacle--major battles appear more like modest skirmishes--and lapses into patriotic fervor at times, but it brims with rich historical detail and comes alive with the stories of officers, soldiers, and a very human George Washington. --Sean Axmaker

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Customer Rating:

Summary: Decent
Comment: I found this movie to be entertaining, but there were several inaccuaracies(although much better than the Patriot).

1. The Hessians were not drunk. It is a myth.

2. I doubt Washington would have used such language, it seems very, very unlike him.

3. No ice in the river, and they attaced in a nor easter, I did not see any snow.

4. Henry Knox is poorly portrayed and it was he who had overall command of the crossing, not Glover.

5.. There were 18 cannon in the battle on the american side.

6. Bayonets were not the only weapons used in the battle. There was a lot of gun fire. The Americans kept their muskets under their coats as they marched, to keep them dry. Occasionaly, the muskets would not fire, but for the most part they did.

7. They forget about Rall's to counter attacks back into Trenton where the real bood was shed.

8. The Americans suffered light casualties, granted they were very light, but less than 0.

9. The Hessian force numbered about 1,400 sometimes it is said they were 1,500 but it was no 1,200.

10. The other 3 groups that were crossing the Delaware to converge on Trenton are not mentioned at all.

11. Gates left the camp on his own. He and Washington did not have such a argument.

12. Hamilton did not join Washington's staff until 1777.

13. There were different types of uniforms for each state.

14. When Washington agreed to come to see Rall, he promised to treat Rall's soldiers fairly. He kept that promise, although that wa not always popular with his troops. He never responds to Rall in the movie.

15. When Washington is reluctant to come to see the dying Rall, he says something about Rall's regiment killing 500 men on Long Island. Couldn't have happened. Only about 300 Americans were killed on Long Island total.

That is all I can think of, now. Look at this, it is actually pretty good compared to some other movies. However, I have a bad habit of knowing too much about history and letting it get to me when watching films. This movie was decent, and if you don't know too much about the battle itself I would reccomend renting it.

Customer Rating:

Summary: crossed over the line
Comment: This movie was well made, but had too much swearing in it. I understand that they were soldiers, but George Washington was a Christian and would not have spoken with so many profane words. We were only interested in the historical content of the film, but would only watch it once.

Customer Rating:

Summary: Not a Family Film
Comment: Why is it that people feel the need to use so much foul language when trying to express themselves? It isn't necessary and is quite offensive! I was looking forward to seeing this movie because of all the rave reviews but chose not to sit through it because of the poor choice of language. What a wasted opportunity for a realistic, accurate family oriented history lesson!!

Customer Rating:

Summary: An Epic Battle Not So Epic
Comment: I recently saw the HBO miniseries "John Adams" and was compelled to watch this movie for a different perspective on a portion of the same period. Like most American schoolchildren, my familiarity with the crossing of the Delaware at Trenton was limited to the famous painting of that event which shows General Washington perched imperiously in the prow of a boat while being rowed through icy waters in the dead of night. The reality was decidedly less cinematic; unfortunately, so is this made-for-television treatment. Admittedly, I was spoiled by the superior production values of "John Adams" beside which this production pales. In its favor, it does present a grittier version of life in the Continental Army than we are accustomed to seeing and does much to humanize the deified personage of its Supreme Commander. But the production was hobbled by obvious budget constraints and prosaic camera work that make it look very like the TV project it was. This decisive battle that turned the Revolution in the colonialists' favor is portrayed as little more than a skirmish between Washington's ragtag band of volunteers and a bunch of unsuspecting drunks. Maybe in truth that's all it was, but the amateur look of this production does nothing to elevate the action into something a little more noble. It appears that the fate of the Revolution hinged on little more than a brawl. But it was a brawl the fledging nation desperately needed to win, and Washington is revealed as a crafty stratetician who was willing to risk all on a breathtaking gamble all others dimissed as insane. The isolation of Washington's command is portrayed with numerous references to the utter lack of support for Washington from the very body that had authorized him to carry out this war. Citizens of the Republic in the present day may take comfort (or not) in the knowledge that from its very earliest incarnation, the Congress honed its reputation as a bunch of blow-hard self-promoters who existed to endlessly debate but not to act. Also shown is the in-fighting among Washington's generals, some of whom resented his authority and in some cases, plotted actively to undermine it. As Washington, Jeff Daniels successfully gives the 'statue' flesh and bone. He has a wonderful physicality for the role and looks every part the vigorous and devotion-inspiring leader in his prime. More problematic is his delivery, which sounds too much of the contemporary Midwest (Daniels is a Michigan native) and not much at all like the 'gentleman from Virginia.' In general, I am not in favor of American actors larding up their dialogue with distracting accents, but though Daniels looks great, he does not sound convincing as a Tidewater aristocrat. In contrast to the mostly British supporting cast with their more elegant diction, Daniels is rough-hewn and out of his element. He also delivers his lines very s-l-o-w-ly; one hardly thinks Washington, in the heat of battle for his life and the Republic would have been so laconic. The teleplay by Howard Fast (based on his novel of the same name) displays a tin ear for authentically colonial-sounding dialogue, with many 20th century anarchronisms creeping in, and it presents the greatest obstacle for the actors. Some worthwhile moments of content, but stylistically this could have done better by its subject.

Customer Rating:

Summary: Beautifully done in all respects
Comment: This movie was well done on every level. Good script, believable acting, excellent editing, great direction. I really liked the way Jeff Daniels portrayed Washington -- strong, understated and always believable. This movie works on every level and absolutely makes you feel like you're "there". When a historical drama is able to make you feel transported back through time, it has succeeded.

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