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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 .. Read more

Starring	Craig Sheffer, Brad Pitt, Tom Skerritt, Brenda Blethyn
Director	Robert Redford
Genres	Drama

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  A breathtaking, tragic story
  
  This is a beautiful, lovingly made film that makes it's way gently through the lives of its protagonists. With a breathtaking backdrop the films draws you ... read more »
  
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  - 27 Aug 2004 at 13:38
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  THE RIVER FLOWS ON
  
  A typical story covering the mid-thirties in the beautiful state of Montana with all the scenery brought to the screen.
  
  Basically the tale of two ... read more »
  
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- - Burnhamite
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  - BURNHAM
  - 26 Dec 2011 at 08:08
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  Feels like it's shot in real time
  
  'It'll be about more than JUST fly fishing' I said, I was wrong. A beautifully shot, langorous movie which is no hurry to tell its story. Don't ... read more »
  
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- - CherryPicker
  - 8 reviews
  - 06 Sep 2011 at 12:53
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  A River Runs Through It
  
  top quailty! Recommand everyone to watch!
  
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- - legendkilla
  - 14 reviews
  - Cardiff
  - 14 Oct 2009 at 16:41
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  A River Runs Through It
  
  This was a film that I had not previously seen or even heard of until it was recommended to me.
  
  Although the scenery and the painting of thecountry ... read more »
  
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  - Saltash
  - 15 Aug 2009 at 21:55
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  A river runs through it
  
  Good film. A little bit slow. Sad at the end, but a poignant story and really interesting to watch.
  
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  - Ellon
  - 14 Jun 2009 at 17:58
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  A river runs through it
  
  Excellent film in the same vein as Legends of the Fall, stunning scenery.
  
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- - thecheese
  - 48 reviews
  - Manchester
  - 23 May 2009 at 23:54
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  a river runs through it
  
  good film. Best bit when Brad comes out of the water all wet.
  
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- - saranna
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  - Oldham
  - 28 Apr 2009 at 18:46
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  Beautiful and toucing
  
  This is one of my all time favourites.
  
  The scenery is breath taking and the fishing scenes are stunning - no surprise this won an Oscar.
  
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- - ChristineShaaban
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  - Basingstoke
  - 16 Oct 2008 at 23:13
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  i love this film :O)
  
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  - 14 Jun 2008 at 14:05
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  A bit predictable
  
  This film is good, not as good as Legends of The Fall. However, if you liked that film you'll probably enjoy this one. It is slightly predictable in that ... read more »
  
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  A breathtaking, tragic story
  
  This is a beautiful, lovingly made film that makes it's way gently through the lives of its protagonists. With a breathtaking backdrop the films draws you ... read more »
  
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  - 27 Aug 2004 at 13:38
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  A truly superior film
  
  A must see film if you like a story, a reason to sit in and watch movie.
  
  Get it ~ you will not be disappointed UNLESS .............. you like gore, ... read more »
  
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- - Martin
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  - 29 Jan 2005 at 08:22
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  Breathtaking film making
  
  If you like your films to take you breath away by the sheer beauty of the filming, DO NOT MISS THIS! The story is gentle, maybe a little slow, yet compelling ... read more »
  
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  - 17 Feb 2005 at 12:32
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  Definately a mans film...
  
  Definately a mans film. I enjoyed it but my husband really loved it. Its all about fly fishing and the relationship between two brothers (really long movie too... read more »
  
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  - 22 Oct 2004 at 17:46
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  Great - made me cry
  
  Brad Pitt at his best. Lovely simple human tale that leaves you feeling wistful afterwards.
  
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  - 04 May 2007 at 11:03
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  A River Runs Through It
  
  top quailty! Recommand everyone to watch!
  
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- - legendkilla
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  - Cardiff
  - 14 Oct 2009 at 16:41
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  Feels like it's shot in real time
  
  'It'll be about more than JUST fly fishing' I said, I was wrong. A beautifully shot, langorous movie which is no hurry to tell its story. Don't ... read more »
  
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- - CherryPicker
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  - 06 Sep 2011 at 12:53
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  A River Runs Through It
  
  This was a film that I had not previously seen or even heard of until it was recommended to me.
  
  Although the scenery and the painting of thecountry ... read more »
  
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  - Saltash
  - 15 Aug 2009 at 21:55
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  i love this film :O)
  
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  - 14 Jun 2008 at 14:05
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  Beautiful and toucing
  
  This is one of my all time favourites.
  
  The scenery is breath taking and the fishing scenes are stunning - no surprise this won an Oscar.
  
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- 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 ...