A man coping with the institutionalization of his wife because of Alzheimer's disease faces an epiphany when she transfers her affections to another man, a wheel chair-bound mute who also is a patient at the nursing home.
Nominated for 2 Oscars. 62 wins & 42 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
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As this intimate, beautifully observed film unfolds, you realize that the story's themes are relevant no matter what age you happen to be.
– Rene Rodriguez,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2007
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Away From Her got to me in a way no other movie has this year, eliciting copious tears.
– Ruthe Stein,
San Francisco Chronicle,
11 May 2007
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Superb, from its subtle atmospheres to its fine performances. Julie Christie is exquisite as ever purveying the spirit of a woman whose radiance remains even as it dims like the glow of sunset on a snowbound lake.
– Ted Fry,
Seattle Times,
11 May 2007
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Beautifully written, from an Alice Munro short story, this movie directed by an actress rarely missteps, even when it bravely includes the dark humor inherent in this situation.
– Roger Moore,
Orlando Sentinel,
18 May 2007
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Sarah Polley, a terrific actress, now serves notice that she is a director to watch.