The River (Widescreen Edition)
by Mark Rydell
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Actor: Becky Jo Lynch, Mel Gibson, Scott Glenn, Shane Bailey, Sissy SpacekDirector: Mark Rydell
Brand: Universal
Cinematographer: Vilmos Zsigmond
Editor: Sidney Levin
Producer: Edward Lewis
Producer: Robert Cortes
Writer: Julian Barry
Writer: Robert Dillon
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 5.1; English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 5.1; French (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 122 minutes
DVD Release Date: 1999-02-23
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Universal Studios
DVD Reviews of The River (Widescreen Edition)
DVD Review: FINE FILM BUT GIBSON IS THE FLAW IN IT!
Summary: 4 Stars
This film is grand in scale with cinematography and special effects that could not be bettered. The river's rage is nothing compared to the characters undergoing their conflict. Sissy Spacek, as usual, turns in another stunning performance (when has she ever been less than excellent in any movie. Definitely, along with Meryl Streep, the finest actress of her generation...I call her my modern "Barbara Stanwyck"). Her portrayal of Mae, the wife, is unflinchingly loyal, yet strong and courageous and feisty. Her determination is what makes this film what it is. No less excellent is Scott Glenn as the antagonist/protaganist who believes in what he is doing totally. Also meriting praise are the two children. They are fantastic! The direction is colorful and nearly flawless. I agree with the previous reviewer though about Mel Gibson. His character, a mite too proud, is a little difficult to take sometimes. He definitely could have shown more bite in the scene where he is attacked by the strikers. The scene where he confronts Scott Glenn in the office is his best scene in this movie. But he definitely could have done a better job with the character. He seems miscast at times. Sissy Spacek makes him look good but his portrayal of the character lacks the nuances necessary to make us believe in what he is doing. It is Spacek that gives us the sympathy for her family. I wish they would have cast Gary Busey in Gibson's role. I think he could have done wonders with it! Other than that, this film is outstanding and I would definitely give it 5 stars if it hadn't been for Gibson's uneven portrayal. Spacek deserved her Oscar nomination for this movie. The DVD contains a theatrical trailer, scene selection and a two page commentary on the highlights of the film. ALso included are Bios of the stars. Other than that, nothing else is included. The sound and video are fine! This is a film worth adding to your collection! A true testament to the American fighting Spirit. It certainly is no "Grapes of Wrath" but then, nothing ever will be!
Description of The River (Widescreen Edition)
An independent farm family must fight against the local power authorities when they plan to flood the couples land to make way for a hydroelectric project. Studio: Uni Dist Corp. (mca) Release Date: 09/28/2004 Starring: Mel Gibson Sissy Spacek Run time: 124 minutes Rating: Pg13Bestsellers in DVD
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