Deadly Trackers, The (1973)/Man In The Wilderness (1971) (DBFE) (DVD)

I bought this double sided DVD expresly for the movie "The Man In The Wilderness" starring Richard Harris. I wanted to see just how Di Caprio fared in the same role of Zach Bass, as well as compair the two movies as they went head to head with each other. Let me add that the movie "The Man In The Widerness" was the first movie to portray the story of 'Zachary Bass' and his role during the Capt. Henry expidition in the Northwest Territories in the early 1800's. This portrayal showed the poor character of those men, betrayal, loss of honor, and shere cowardness in the face ofunexpected dificulties.To me DiCaprio rendered small depiction of Zach Bass as he struggled through this trek. Richard Harris protrayed the same character with so much more depth and essence of hard core spirit.Both movies are good and bad in ther own ways attempting to lay down this true tail of that time. If you can find the older movie I'd sugest watching it before you watch the 'Renenant'

I bought this for Man in the Wilderness alone, as it is the only decent release I know of for this outstanding film. It followed up A Man Called Horse in exploring the white man in the early 19th century Northwest. The "wilderness" Zach Bass experiences is one of both physical and spiritual. The cinematography is ethereal in it's landscapes. You really feel the cold and wet that Bass must endure. Adding to the beauty is the haunting and majestic score to the film; I tracked this down on vinyl and it's a treasure. The casting alone is noteworthy not only in names, but they have the look of 19th century trappers. Above all, this is a thinking man's flick, something in real shortage now. Hopefully with all the hubbub over Revenant, someone might think to bring this beautiful film to bluray.

I want to state right off that I wasn't all that crazy about THE DEADLY TRACKERS. It's an okay film, but not especially great. I bought this double feature disc purely because it has MAN IN THE WILDERNESS as the second feature. That's what this review will focus on. MITW has tremendous sentimental value for me because it was the first film my father took me to see when I was a very young boy of perhaps 5 or 6. Something he rarely did. Thus, MAN IN THE WILDERNESS remains my all-time favorite Richard Harris film. MITW is a thoroughly absorbing motion picture experience, one you will enjoy IF you like seeing an individual pitted against whatever nature can throw at him, with nothing but his wits & an indomitable spirit to see him through. If you appreciate minimalist storytelling and a movie that assumes you're actually paying attention and are smart enough to figure things out for yourself without having plot details spoon-fed to you, then MAN IN THE WILDERNESS is for you. If you're already a fan of Richard Harris but don't have this movie in your library then this purchase is a no-brainer. If you know something of the man's work but have never seen either of these movies, (but most especially MAN IN THE WILDERNESS), and are curious, then do yourself a BIG favor and treat yourself to this terrific movie. 5 STARSTHE DVD: This double feature is your basic no frills offering from Warner Bros. The picture is decent and the soundmix is level & strong. Colors are bright & solid, without too much dirt or debris on the film stock to distract. The transfer holds up pretty well, with minimal artifacting & pixelation. Please note, however, that these films are contained on one of those damnable, two-sided "flipper "discs. It would've been so much nicer if Warner had struck a separate disc for each feature. (Truth be told though, I am thrilled beyond words just to finally have this treasured movie in my home video library.)EDIT: After a few years of waiting... here it is!!!  Man in the Wilderness (1971) [Blu-ray ]

I had seen "Man in the Wilderness" many years ago ,but my appreciation has grown as I matured and this viewing was prompted by movie "Renevator" which will star Leon Di Caprio as Hugh Glass and based on his change of life after being left for dead by his companions when attacked by a huge grizzly bear. Even had me read "Lord Grizzly " again by Frederick Manfred in Corgi Edition.Originally I read it in 1957. Also enjoyed watching "Deadly Trackers " ,a bonus on the same dvd. Guess I need to dig into my collection and watch "A Man Called Horse" once again. Look forward to upcoming Hugh Glass movie as well as reading the book is based on. Regards Peter.

Based on the true life experience of Hugh Glass, a man left to die alone in the wilderness, after being attacked by a bear. Richard Harris turns in a great performance as Zachery Bass. . James Doohan, from the Star Trek series, has a part in the story too. It's gritty and very realistic. I knew the story of Hugh Glass and saw the movie for that reason. I was not disappointed. I find it a bit funny, that Hollywood casts actors who come from the British Isles to play American Heroes. I have always enjoyed Richard Harris's acting. He becomes the person he plays. We also get excellent performances from Henry Wilcoxon as and Indian Chief and John Huston is always great. It's great movie.

"Man in the Wilderness" is a well-done survival/action/adventure tale. Nice performances by Harris and Houston. "Deadly Trackers" is a vile, mean-spirited, and dreary actioner that is tough to watch sometimes. Very nice performance by the highly underrated Al Lettieri as a Mexican policeman, Al finally gets to play a good guy.

Searched for "man in the wilderness" for a long time.it is like the revenant( about same caracter) But I liked Richard Harris's performance so much better.More focus on his survival alone in the wilderness after the horrible bear attack. And deadly trackers movie too.(not as good)

Man in the Wilderness is directed by Richard C. Sarafian and written by Jack DeWitt. It stars Richard Harris, John Huston, Prunella Ransome, Percy Herbert, Henry Wilcoxon, Norman Rossington and Dennis Waterman. Music is by Johnny Harris and cinematography by Gerry Fisher."1820. The Captain Henry Expedition has completed two years of fur trapping in the unexplored Northwest territory. Determined to reach the Missouri River before the winter snows, the trappers and their boat, towed by 22 mules, struggled through the wilderness. Once on the Missouri they could sail south to the trading posts and sell their precious cargo. What occurred on this expedition is historically true."He was left for dead. He would not forget.Essentially, Man in the Wilderness is the redemptive tale of Zachary Bass (Harris). Left for dead by his unfeeling Captain (Huston) after being savaged by a grizzly bear, Bass survives the wilds of nature and the threat of man with revenge firmly on his mind. But as he recuperates and adjusts to the spiritualisation that the surrounds brings him, he looks back at his life and beliefs.It is undeniably a very slow picture, with dialogue appropriately in short supply, but the atmosphere created is perfect for the unfolding events. Strikingly the film also has a surreal quality that really cloaks the story with considerable impact, where deft touches of imagery land firmly in the conscious. The makers slot in some "bloody" moments, backed with tension, such as the well constructed sequences involving the bear attack and a time when Bass has to scare away two snarling wolves so he "also" can feast off of a stricken Bison. The presence of Indian attacks is handled with care by the director, and in fact helps the finale get away with the expected outcome. While strong moments such as two separate incidents involving rabbits really show the makers to have the best of intentions to tell a valid and interesting story. Especially when it's scenes of just Bass and nature at war.Narratively, however, it is a bit hit and miss. The pertinent question of faith and the use of flashbacks are an uneasy alliance, mostly because the former drapes the film in predictability, and the latter takes you out of the whole "man in the wilderness" struggle that Bass is luring us into. It renders the film far from flawless which is a shame because it has much to recommend a viewing. The Almería, Andalucía location is used to good effect to pass as the Northwest of America, where quite often Gerry Fisher's photography neatly shifts between beauty and the harshness of mother nature. Harris could do this type of role in his sleep, he isn't asked to stretch himself but still leaves a very favourable impression. Huston is up to scratch, but again he doesn't have to do much, while everybody else are giving performances that any other working actor of the time could have given.A movie of rewards and frustrations for sure, and it's no Jeremiah Johnson, but this is definitely worth a spin for anyone interested in the "Man Vs Nature" sub-genre of period films. 7/10Deadly Trackers will be reviewed later this year.

A very good DVD with two excellent films starring Richard Harris at his best as he has shown in the classic A Man Called Horse.He stars in Man in the Wilderness where he is abandoned by his fellow explorers after being mauled by a bear and left to die. Against all odds he survives and, with a vengance catches up with those who abandoned him. Only to deliver them from a deadly Indian attack and leading them back home.In Deadly trackers Richard Harris stars as a pacifistic sherrif who, after a robbery gone bad, goes after the bandits to kill them to revenge his wife and son, who where killed by them. He is being hindered by a Mexican sherrif with a strong feeling of Justice. Man in the Wilderness & Deadly Trackers [DVD] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC ] Man in the Wilderness & Deadly Trackers [DVD] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC

Man in wilderness is the best of theis double package. It focuses more on how one gtrapper is able to survive using his skills inthe wilderness after being badly mauled by a bear and left for dead by his compatriots.

Two great movies with classic actors that we all know and love. Have no doubts and buy !!

The Double CD was good viewing