The Bounty

Reading the Wikipedia page, one gets a much murkier picture of the behavior of Fletcher Christian and Co., at least after they decided to sail to Pitcairn Island (so, probably best not to do that until after you've watched this) but this is a compelling drama with at least some historical weight. It's by no means an ugly film, but it makes me wish that it could have been shot with modern cameras and technology given the gorgeous (Tahitian), and foreboding (the sea) scenery, with more natural and more vibrant colors and clarity. The acting is (mostly) superb; and the score, while being of the 1980s experimental electronic variety—which dates it—does deliver the appropriate tone, and it really makes the opening scene and closing credits. While it's clear that Gibson's love interest was not a trained actress, and didn't seem to actually speak English natively, her emoting and other nonverbal acting was fine. And honestly, even if Blithe hadn't been as bad as he acted in the film, she's beautiful enough to inspire a mutiny all on her own, just to return for her.

An interesting retelling of a classic tale. We seen it before yet this version adds something new. Lots of stars to be seen earlier in their careers.