Product ReviewsZulu (DVD, 2000)

Zulu - based on a historic battle

"Zulu" is based on the real battle of Rorke's Drift in January 1879 which pitted the British against the Zulu. The British force was outnumbered 15 to 1 during the 12 hour battle (not 40 to 1 as legend likes to claim). 11 Victoria Crosses were won by the defenders. However, it clearly shows the bravery exhibited on both sides of this battle. Militaria enthusiasts generally enjoy the movie and it's a standard reference to British medal collectors - a "must have" in their collection! This version of "Zulu" is on a DVD format and was issued in 2000. While the acting techniques (particularly Michael Cain's) seems dated today, it is probably as close as you can get to having it broadcast live. This movie is so accurate that specialists have to really search to find any flaws in the story!

The only other British battle that can approximate this one is the 4 day Defense of Dawkita in 1897 which pitted a very small British colonial force against a massive Sofa army (1 to approximately 175). Unfortunately this movie has not been made.Read full review...

Classic

Good story

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Top notch film!

It's just an excellent, well made movie.

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Great film!

Like the movie very much!

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Greatest

Love it very much

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