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# Five

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Sony Pictures’ "Martini Movies" series, of which Five is one, consists of films clearly intended to be laughed at, not with; indeed, watching this 1951 turkey is like a Mystery Science Theater screening, except that you supply your own commentary. But give writer-director Arch Oboler credit for coming up with one of the earliest entries in the post-nuclear apocalypse genre. In this "story about the day after tomorrow," the titular five have survived the radioactive fallout that has effectively wiped out the rest of humanity and somehow ended up in the same place (Malibu, California; the shooting took place at Oboler’s home, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright). The five quickly become four, as an elderly banker succumbs to radiation sickness. That leaves a pregnant woman (Susan Douglas), a "philosopher" (William Phipps), an "explorer" (James Anderson), and a guy who was accompanying the banker; and since the latter is African-American and this is the early '50s, that means it’s up to the other two men, one a practical hard worker and the other a nonchalant layabout, to battle it out to see who’ll become Adam to the woman’s Eve. Not a whole lot happens in this "cheap honky-tonk of a world"--tensions mount; grass grows; they dance to a Strauss waltz--but there’s plenty of philosophizing about the new order and some reminiscing about the old one, most of it ludicrously melodramatic and pseudo-profound. Clearly this stuff is best apprehended with the help of a cocktail or two, and we are helpfully provided with two martini recipes to guide us through. Cheers! --Sam Graham Stills from Five (Click for larger image) Intriguing, offbeat film by famed radio writer-director Arch Oboler about the survivors of a nuclear holocaust. FIVE stars William Phipps, Susan Douglas and Charles Lampkin, and is probably the first film to deal with a post-apocalyptic theme.

Review: The day after the end of the world - Here's a still-powerful film about the end of the world that has all the more emotional impact for being so understated. Apparently the very first film to deal with the possibility of nuclear war & its aftermath, it almost has the look & feel of a European arthouse film -- clear, vibrant B&W cinematography; innovative filming angles; restrained performances from its little-known actors; philosophical overtones. Yet I never once found it dull or dragging in the least. It gripped my attention, it made me feel & it made me think. At this point, let me warn the potential viewer to utterly ignore the snark-laden "review" from the desertcart reviewer, which to me reveals more about the lack in the reviewer, rather than any lack in the film. The story very quietly but effectively points up the folly of grasping after power, wealth, status; and it also makes clear that the futile attempt to possess all those things, especially at the expense of others, can destroy an individual's world as well as the entire world. It asks us to consider what really matters in life, as with Mr. Barnstaple, whose final words are of all the things he always wanted to do, but never got around to doing. And the ludicrous sight of the shallow, self-centered Erik, gloating over his treasure trove of jewelry in a world where it has absolutely no value ... and perhaps never really did. As for the dialogue being "purple" or "pretentious" as some have claimed, I heard very little of that myself. And in any case, even if a line or two does get a little self-consciously poetic or portentous -- if being one of a handful of survivors after the end of the world isn't reason enough for that, then what is? Personally, I think a certain amount of reflective, solemn dialogue is quite believable in these circumstances. Obviously a labor of love for producer/director/writer Arch Oboler, it benefits from its minimalist approach. Even the shocks are muted, reflecting the emotional numbness of the survivors. The ruins that he's really exploring are psychological, and quite clearly existed even before the bombs fell. His choices are small, unexpected, and ultimately deeply moving: the little details of everyday life that were never noticed until they weren't there (and which we seldom notice in our own busy, rushed, everyday lives). This is a film that deserves to be better known, and I'll definitely be watching it again in the near future -- most highly recommended!
Review: good early post apocalyptic flick - an early 1951 post-apocalyptic movie about 4 men and 1 woman who ultimately find each other after the nuclear holocaust. anxiety about nuclear destruction and the cold war were very common themes in some sci-fi and horror movies of that time period. this movie isn't as campy as other reviewers may make it out to be. the acting isn't the best and not much for special affects, but still it is an entertaining movie. drama, conflict, racism, murder, are all blended in with a minimal background (filmed in director's arch oboler's frank lloyd wright cliff house). bonus material is fun: "how to be an arch villian" and "secrets of deception" are a couple of shorts, with recipes for a dirty martini and secret martini. also included is the trailer which really promises more than this movie could deliver. overall, an enjoyable viewing if you like the earlier b&w end of the world type of movies.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Contributor | Arch Oboler, James Anderson, Lobo Productions, Susan Douglas, William Phipps |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 82 Reviews |
| Format | Subtitled |
| Genre | Drama, Sci-Fi |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 1 hour and 31 minutes |

## Product Details

- **Genre:** Drama, Sci-Fi
- **Format:** Subtitled
- **Contributor:** Arch Oboler, James Anderson, Lobo Productions, Susan Douglas, William Phipps
- **Language:** English
- **Runtime:** 1 hour and 31 minutes

## Images

![Five - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51eTYFuZlJL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The day after the end of the world
*by T***N on March 19, 2017*

Here's a still-powerful film about the end of the world that has all the more emotional impact for being so understated. Apparently the very first film to deal with the possibility of nuclear war & its aftermath, it almost has the look & feel of a European arthouse film -- clear, vibrant B&W cinematography; innovative filming angles; restrained performances from its little-known actors; philosophical overtones. Yet I never once found it dull or dragging in the least. It gripped my attention, it made me feel & it made me think. At this point, let me warn the potential viewer to utterly ignore the snark-laden "review" from the Amazon reviewer, which to me reveals more about the lack in the reviewer, rather than any lack in the film. The story very quietly but effectively points up the folly of grasping after power, wealth, status; and it also makes clear that the futile attempt to possess all those things, especially at the expense of others, can destroy an individual's world as well as the entire world. It asks us to consider what really matters in life, as with Mr. Barnstaple, whose final words are of all the things he always wanted to do, but never got around to doing. And the ludicrous sight of the shallow, self-centered Erik, gloating over his treasure trove of jewelry in a world where it has absolutely no value ... and perhaps never really did. As for the dialogue being "purple" or "pretentious" as some have claimed, I heard very little of that myself. And in any case, even if a line or two does get a little self-consciously poetic or portentous -- if being one of a handful of survivors after the end of the world isn't reason enough for that, then what is? Personally, I think a certain amount of reflective, solemn dialogue is quite believable in these circumstances. Obviously a labor of love for producer/director/writer Arch Oboler, it benefits from its minimalist approach. Even the shocks are muted, reflecting the emotional numbness of the survivors. The ruins that he's really exploring are psychological, and quite clearly existed even before the bombs fell. His choices are small, unexpected, and ultimately deeply moving: the little details of everyday life that were never noticed until they weren't there (and which we seldom notice in our own busy, rushed, everyday lives). This is a film that deserves to be better known, and I'll definitely be watching it again in the near future -- most highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ good early post apocalyptic flick
*by J***B on December 31, 2011*

an early 1951 post-apocalyptic movie about 4 men and 1 woman who ultimately find each other after the nuclear holocaust. anxiety about nuclear destruction and the cold war were very common themes in some sci-fi and horror movies of that time period. this movie isn't as campy as other reviewers may make it out to be. the acting isn't the best and not much for special affects, but still it is an entertaining movie. drama, conflict, racism, murder, are all blended in with a minimal background (filmed in director's arch oboler's frank lloyd wright cliff house). bonus material is fun: "how to be an arch villian" and "secrets of deception" are a couple of shorts, with recipes for a dirty martini and secret martini. also included is the trailer which really promises more than this movie could deliver. overall, an enjoyable viewing if you like the earlier b&w end of the world type of movies.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The original nuclear holocaust movie
*by B***R on March 12, 2009*

Five, filmed in 1951, is the original movie where only a few people are left alive on earth after nations kill poison one another with nuclear isotopes. This is a pretty good transfer to DVD. Actually, it's the best copy of the film I've viewed. FIVE is not an exciting movie, but it is a good story. Like the original B&W film "On the Beach" with Gregory Peck. It covers some racial issues too. If you're into these type of films, you'll like "The World, the Flesh, and the Devil" with Harry Belafonte. Again, some racial issue here. Going more sci-fi, check out "The Last Man on Earth" (Vincent Price), and "The Omega Man" (Charlton Heston". The house used in the movie is a famous hilltop building by Frank Lyoyd Wright.

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