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A River Runs Through It , 1992
English
USA
Profile of A River Runs Through It
The mood of A River Runs Through It is emotional, contemplative, and sentimental. The plot centers around self discovery, sibling relations, and human nature. It is a drama and independent movie. In approach, A River Runs Through It is serious and realistic. It takes place, at least partly, in the wilderness and in a small town. The setting is Montana. A River Runs Through It happens in the 1900s, in the 1910s, and in the 1920s. It is drawn from a biography, originally a true story, and based on a book. The movie is known for being critically acclaimed and an Oscar winner. Note that A River Runs Through It includes profanity.
Summary of A River Runs Through It
Fly-fishing figures prominently in this poignant tale of two brothers growing up in Montana in the early 20th century under the stern rule of their minister father. While both boys rebel, Norman (Craig Sheffer) channels his rebellion into writing, but Paul (Brad Pitt) descends onto a slippery path of self-destruction. The beautiful scenery of Montana is used to full effect with the awesome cinematography of Philippe Rousselot. Directed by Robert Redford, this adaptation of Norman Maclean's classic autobiography also features Tom Skerritt and Brenda Blethyn as the Reverend and Mrs. Maclean.
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| Language: | English |
| Country: | USA |
| Release date: | 9 October 1992 |
| Runtime: | 123 min |
| Awards: | Academy Awards |
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Variety
A skilled, careful adaptation of a much-admired story, A River Runs Through It is a convincing trip back in time to a virtually vanished American West, as well as a nicely observed family study.
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- by: Staff (Not Credited)
The New York Times
A River Runs Through It, Mr. Redford's beautiful and deeply felt new movie, puts him in an entirely new category as a film maker.
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- by: Caryn James
