A River Runs Through It (film)

3 Ratings: 2.7

A film directed by Robert Redford.

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 … see full wiki

Tags: Movies, Dramas

Cast: Brad Pitt, Tom Skerritt, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Craig Sheffer

Director: Robert Redford

Genre: Drama

Release Date: 1992

MPAA Rating: PG

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review by Moviesfan. April 09, 2011

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Robert Redford is quite impressive, but this time he is sitting in the directing chair

A River Runs Through It tells the quite extraordinary story of two boys, Norman Maclean (Craig Sheffer) and Paul Maclean (Brad Pritt). They are growing up in the 1920s with a very strict father who is a pastor, Rev. Maclean (Tom Skerritt). Their father only teaches them about three things in life, the Bible, school and fly fishing. Paul is more of the rebellious son that has to be watched very closely, while Norman is responsible, and has the look of someone that will one day be a good man. So … more

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review by SusiDee34. May 12, 2000

posted in Movie Hype

Life is not a work of art

Pros: Beautiful scenery Cons: a little slow, actors not well rounded THE STARS Craig Sheffer - Norman MacLean Brad Pitt - Paul MacLean Tom Skerritt - Reverend MacLean Robert Redford - Narrator Based somewhat on the autobiographical novella of Norman MacLean, this story is set in the 20's in the Montana countryside and more importantly, on the river. The symbolism of the river … more

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