Fresh
A skilled, careful adaptation of a much-admired story.
Variety Staff, Variety
A River Runs Through It
Nothing perfect lasts forever. Except in our memories.
1992 · 2h 3m · PG
Drama
Directed by
Robert Redford
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A River Runs Through It
Overview
The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend college, leaving his rebellious brother to find trouble back home. When Norman finally returns, the siblings resume their fishing outings, and assess where they've been and where they're going.
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Top critics, in their words
80%
Tomatometer
Fresh
This may work for you if you settle at the outset for a nostalgic, all-American mood piece.
Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader
Fresh
Here are two things I never thought I'd say: I like a movie about fly fishing, and Robert Redford has directed one of the most ambitious, accomplished films of the year.
Caryn James, New York Times
Rotten
Redford's movie is too little show and too much tell.
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
Fresh
In its determination to emphasize character and thoughtful content over formulas and facile sensationalism, it's a movie that's proudly out of step with Hollywood trends.
Hal Hinson, Washington Post
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