British release of Major Dundee

[drumbeg]

Would anyone know the date that the western Major Dundee got its release in Britain in 1965? I can remember seeing this film in my local cinema in South Wales in December,1965, but presumably it received an earlier release in other parts of the country. I really would be extremely grateful if anyone can provide me with the information.

[batman]

The earliest European release seems to be March 1965 in Denmark, with the rest of Europe following in April 1965.

[vincenzo]

The BBFC classified it (uncut) in April 1965.

[drumbeg]

My grateful thanks to you batman and vicenzo.

[James Fox]

The BBFC classified it (uncut) in April 1965.

Though "uncut" is certainly a matter of opinion. Isn't that the film the studio took away from Peckinpah and re-edited? It's a mess.

[Film Man]

Yes indeed it was James...and Heston sent his cheque back to the distributor saying it wasn't the film he made...and they kept it!
Film Man.

[vincenzo]

Though "uncut" is certainly a matter of opinion.

"Uncut" in terms of "No BBFC cuts".

[christoph404]

There is a recent Special Edition DVD which as well as restoring the print has made an attempt to honour the directors original vision by reinstating previously cut scenes with existing material , there is also a newly commissioned soundtrack which replaces the original music which Peckinpah hated, I've watched it and its a big improvement on the original theatrical version. Its currently available at amazon for about 3 quid,.... bargain.