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Plot: A box-office hit when released in 1994, this sprawling, frequently overwrought familial melodrama may get sillier as its plot progresses, but it's the kind of lusty, character-based epic that Hollywoo...( read more read more... )d should attempt more often. It's also an unabashedly flattering star vehicle for Brad Pitt as Tristan--the rebellious middle son of a fiercely independent Montana rancher and military veteran (Anthony Hopkins)--who is routinely at odds with his more responsible older brother, Alfred (Aidan Quinn), and younger brother, Samuel (Henry Thomas). From the battlefields of World War I to his adventures as an oceangoing sailor, Tristan's life is full of personal torment, especially when he returns to Montana and finds himself competing with Alfred over Samuel's beautiful widow (Julia Ormond), whose passion for Tristan disrupts the already turbulent Ludlow clan. Under the wide-open canopy of Big Sky country, this operatic tale unfolds with all the bloodlust, tragedy, and scenery-chewing performances you'd expect to find in a hokey bestselling novel (in fact, it's based on the acclaimed novella by Jim Harrison), but it's a potent mix that's highly entertaining. Not surprisingly, John Toll won an Academy Award for his breathtaking outdoor cinematography. --Jeff Shannon

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  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    November 28, 2008
    At first I thought the film was a good film. But after re-watching numerous times I have to give in and say that this is not only a good film, but a great tale about a family dynamic picked apart during the backdrop of World War I. If you enjoy period pieces (Gangs of New York, There Will Be Blood, Pride & Prejudice) you'll love this.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    November 26, 2008
    This movie is a serious well told story of a family in the period of WW1 and the love triangle between three brothers and a woman. It is a very dramatic and interesting movie with a well known cast which includes Brad Pitt; Aiden Quinn and Anthony Hopkins. It is a beautifully told epic story of the heart.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    November 25, 2008
    Not a happy movie but every performance is stellar. And Brad is at the height of his sex appeal in this one
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    November 19, 2008
    Great plot and scenery. The relationship of the three brothers was heartwarming until a woman came :).
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    October 20, 2008
    Excellent movie with great cast and plot. Three brothers grow up on a farm and they all fall for the same woman. Over the years she works her way through them. At one point I wondered if she would go for the dad too! The scenery and inter-relationships are very interesting.

Comments

  • bradnow
    its the legend of movies i loved it so much
    posted 120 days ago
  • anniemoviegirl217
    What's not to love about this movie it's one of my all time favorites actually it's on my top 5
    posted 264 days ago
  • rissacons
    The Best!!!!All-time Favorite!!!
    posted 375 days ago
  • optimusbt
    the best movie ever!
    posted 569 days ago
  • hatelesslovemore
    i love this movie
    posted 572 days ago
  • hotbeetroot
    This movie is an all time fav of mine, not just because brad pitt is in it, but there is some really good actors too. I love the relationships between anthony hopkins (who is from my home town- Wales) & all of the sons, esp when the girl comes into it,The scenery is spectacular also.the music score complements the movie very well.enjoy it!!
    posted 670 days ago

Details

  • Rated: (R)
  • Directed by: Edward Zwick
  • Genres: Drama, Western
  • Released: December 23, 1994
  • DVD Released: April 29, 1997

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