Ok, some visually stunning scene, but it was the landscape, the story meant nothing the acting was stiff, maybe I'm an idiot, too long , too melodramatic, I can't imagine this to be a great film, don't believe the hype, try watching it more than once, you can't or you're deluding yourself.

This film is perfect in every possible way. It's hard to even imagine the struggles that went into the making of this masterpiece. Peter O' Toole not only gives his best performance of all-time, but one of the greatest performances of all-time.

It probably makes little difference when appreciating the film, but FOR THE RECORD, Lawrence is (almost) a complete fabrication. As I glanced at the reviews, it became apparent that some reviewers think this is FACT! IT NEVER HAPPENED. He was stationed in the mideast during WW1 and tagged behind General Allenby when the latter entered Jerusalem, but this idea that he rallied disparate arab clans to fight the Turks is all political nonsense fabricated after he returned to England and was helping Churchill's party gain power. Since it was before technology was available to report things as they happenned, he - and the politicians.… Expand

One of the most breathtakingly beautiful movies ever made. I've seen this on both the big a small screen. TV just doesn't do it justice.

Moviegoing does not get better than this (and one MUST go to the movies to see this, as it should be banned from television screens).

It will always have a special place in out hearts, one of the greatest films ever made. Easy.

Simply Brilliant. A classic and must-see.

This film will certainly stand the test of time as it contains all the elements a great film must have. Plus it even helps us understand history.

I saw this movie in 1962 when I was 8 years old. It left such an impression on me that I took my mother's bedsheet, carving knife and climbed on the roof of my playhouse. Walking from side to side on the roof I cast a giant shadow as I strode, just like Peter O'Toole in the train scene. I will be one of the first to see it again, at the dome. I can hardly wait....

Though far from satisfactory--O'Toole only italisizes the floozy side of Lawrence, Quinn though majestic is a hooked nosed Arab stereotype, the writing though topnotch reveals nothing new about diplomacy or imperialism--this is epic filmmaking at its grandest and most spectacular. The cinematography is perhaps too handsome; still, it's singular and incomparable. The music's perhaps overly lush but it flows like emotive water across the dry landscape. More a triumph of master craftsmanship than as daring art but this is so awesome and on such grand scale it would be criminal not to give it the highest score.… Expand

The 5th greatest film of all time! Superior direction and performances (especially by O'Toole, Guinness and Sharif)!

Brilliant in every aspect, a film that still takes your breath away after repeated viewings. It was also the best performance O'Toole ever gave. Also a useful (if unheeded) political lesson.

One of the best movies ever made. Peter O'Toole's performance is a masterpiece.

This movie does not just deserve a mere 100, it deserves a 101! This is the most intelligent film that the Creator has ever put on this planet.

Unquestionably the greatest film ever made. With just a few seconds of cinematography combined with a few measures of this world class score transports you to lawrence's beloved desert world. Peerless.

An amazing film!

It takes your breath away.

This movie is just to good to be criticzied. It is almost like the movie was not done by a human. This treasure does prove that David Lean is the master of span and vastness in directing. This is the greatest movie of all time.

Perhaps at time overly grand in spectacular-ism and edited to feature the cinematography, it is probably the most memorable film over my 77 years. The history lesson should be used in classrooms and political training for all governmental agencies. To defy the creed of killing and tribalism without cultural cleansing will perpetuate wars forever. The military industrial complex was exposed by one of our most forgotten presidents.… Expand

A masterpiece that touches the soul--this movie is brilliant in every way. I think it is the best movie ever made, with haunting photography and incredible performances, especially by O'Toole and Sharif. It is an experience, especially on the wide screen.

The greatest movie ever made.

Epic filmmaking perfection. Such a story filmed at this grand scale demands respect, especially in the early 60s. The scope of Lawrence of Arabia is matched or exceeded only by the likes of Cleopatra, Gone with the Wind and Spartacus. Peter O'Toole's flawless, emotional portrayal of T.E. Lawrence, and in his first major role on film, is awe-inspiring. Independent of historical flaws and tremendous length, Lawrence of Arabia is what the art of filmmaking is all about.… Expand

A truly stunning epic, David Lean directs one of the greatest films of all time that can't be missed by anybody with bold acting and epic events that can only be done once, Lawrence of Arabia shines over all epic films.

Its movies like this that we are taken on a journey we come back from changed. Only through the astonishing performance of Peter O'Toole and the subconscious thoughts of it's real life occurrence can such a powerful and epic movie be brought into our hearts. This movie should be no doubt considered when we discuss the best movies of all time.

I am a huge fan of David Lean, and this is by far his greatest film. Beautifully filmed, marvelously acted, just all around brilliant film, one of the best of all time in my opinion. The emotional impact of Lawrence of Arabia is large and long lasting, a classic movie that is not only entertaining, but moving in ways that most stone faced classics seem to not achieve.

One of the greatest movies of all time.. a true epic! Rarely do you find such a beautifully done movie. *highlight for me* Anthony Q performance, Alex G, and Omar Sharif but many others as well ... almost too many to list... Must see movie!

I watched this movie with no doubt that it would be as good as it was made out to be. It was in the top 10 of the AFI top 100 movies of all time, and it had received many 4 star reviews. About an hour into the film, I fell asleep. Now, fans of the film would say, "Oh, you can't handle the impact of a long epic film. You have a short attention span." Well, with me, that is not the case. But, on the subject of length, this film is almost four hours long. For the content displayed in this film, the running time was way too long. If Titanic can cram all the hefty things it needed in a matter of 3 hours, then this is no excuse. Nothing was happening. I mean, literally nothing. The screenplay needs a real doctor, because it has so much unneeded dialogue. It just procrastinated its way through, I think because it really had nothing more interesting. Director David lean is probably one of the best directors of all time, but in this film, you can tell that his and the producer's mind frame was "I wonder how many academy awards I can get through this film?" It wasn't made naturally, it was gargantuan for this point. I about turned off the movie when I saw a thirty second look at the desert landscape for about the millionth time. Yes, it does take place in the desert, but this movie was called "Lawrence of Arabia," not "The Arabian Desert." Which brings me to my next point: Peter O' Toole. I have seen him in many marvelous performances. I'm surprised he hasn't received an Oscar yet. But, his interpretation of Lawrence was so vague. You only saw the exterior, you never saw the interior. He gets a rush out of killing, yet we don't know why. i partially blame it on the script writers, but I also partially blame it on him. When you are an actor, you have to convey to the audience who you are, no matter how good or bad the script is. he is playing the character that embodies the whole movie. It is solely about him, and he doesn't sell that. Now, I'm not going to bash everything just because I don't like the film, but i will compliment Alec Guinness for his outstanding but short performance as Prince Feisal, Maurice Jarre for the superb score, and the editing. Sorry to burst the bubble of the "Lawrence of Arabia" fans, but I really think this film is overrated, and that it is not as good as it is made out to be. That is my opinion on "Lawrence of Arabia."… Expand

Looking forward to June 2012, when 50th anniversary release of Lawrence will be available! I've also learned more about the actual history of the real T.E. and WWI events which I think will make seeing the film even more interesting. There's a lot of info online: T. E. Lawrence Studies, T. E. Lawrence Society, and Clio Visualizing History (short video and tons of photos here) are good resources. It's almost scary how much Mr. O'Toole resembles the real T.E.!… Expand