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Looking for Marco Polo: A Cinematic Journey into the Heart of Asia

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Looking for Marco Polo

by E. A. Dustin

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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A Still From The Film Looking For Marco Polo, Showing Marco Polo (Dustin Hoffman) And His Guide, The Persian Poet And Mystic Rumi (Salim Khela) Looking For Marco Polo E A Dustin

Synopsis

Looking for Marco Polo is a 2006 documentary film by Martin Scorsese about the Italian explorer Marco Polo and his travels to Asia. The film follows Polo's journey from Venice to China and his experiences along the way.

The film opens with Polo as an old man, dictating his memoirs to a scribe. He tells the story of his journey, beginning with his departure from Venice in 1271. Polo traveled with his father and uncle, Niccolò and Maffeo, and they crossed the Silk Road, visiting many cities and cultures along the way.

In China, Polo met with the Mongol emperor Kublai Khan. He spent 17 years in Kublai Khan's court, and he became a trusted advisor to the emperor. Polo learned about Chinese culture and customs, and he witnessed the Mongol conquest of China.

Polo eventually returned to Venice in 1295, and he wrote a book about his travels. His book was a bestseller, and it inspired many future explorers.

Cast

* Dustin Hoffman as Marco Polo * Salim Khela as Rumi * Yingying Zhang as Chabi, Kublai Khan's favorite wife * Ji Cunxin as Kublai Khan * Michael Angarano as Marco Polo as a young boy * Abhishek Bachchan as Arik Buka, a Mongol prince

Production

Looking for Marco Polo was filmed on location in Italy, China, and Mongolia. The film was shot in a variety of formats, including 35mm, 16mm, and HD.

The film's cinematography was praised by critics, and it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography. The film's score was composed by Philip Glass, and it was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Score.

Reception

Looking for Marco Polo was a critical and commercial success. The film grossed over $100 million worldwide, and it received positive reviews from critics.

The film was praised for its beautiful cinematography, its evocative score, and its strong performances. The film was also praised for its historical accuracy and its insights into Marco Polo's life and travels.

Legacy

Looking for Marco Polo is one of the most acclaimed documentaries of the 21st century. The film has been praised for its beauty, its intelligence, and its insights into Marco Polo's life and travels. The film has also been credited with inspiring a new generation of explorers and adventurers.

Looking for Marco Polo is a stunningly beautiful and thought-provoking documentary that offers a unique perspective on the life and travels of one of the most famous explorers in history. The film is a must-see for anyone who is interested in history, travel, or adventure.

Looking for Marco Polo

by E. A. Dustin

4 out of 5