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Some called it a snooze-fest, while others tearfully clutched their Kleenex. In any case, Clint Eastwood was an unusual and (as it turned out) perceptive choice to direct and costar in this lush adaptation of Robert James Waller's phenomenally bestselling novel. Meryl Streep costars as Francesca, the lonely Iowa farmer's wife who is instantly attracted to Robert (Eastwood), the photographer from National Geographic who is in the area to photograph the bridges along Iowa's rural roadways. The two fall in love while Francesca's husband and children are away at a county fair, but the story's passion and lasting appeal derive from their decision to part forever after just a few brief days of intimate connection. Superbly acted with an emphasis on quiet, graceful moments of tender revelation, the film builds to a crescendo of powerful and conflicting emotions. Like David Lean's Brief Encounter (to which it bears marked similarities), The Bridges of Madison County is destined to become one of the classic film love stories. --Jeff Shannon
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A National Geographic photographer (Clint Eastwood, who also directs) arrives in Madison County, Iowa, to cover a story about the Roseman Bridge. He stops to ask directions from a bored housewife (Meryl Streep) whose family are away, and so begins a romantic love affair.
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57 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By "jakobee"
Format:DVD
This, quite simply, is one of the most heart-breaking films I have ever seen. This is a film for the more mature audience (not for people with short attention spans), whether you have experienced love or not this film will touch your soul. The mix of a beautiful story and superb acting (namely Streep and Eastwood) makes this a truely powerful film that will stay with you for a very long time. You go on a journey with the characters (whom we become to know throughout the film without really realising it) on a roller coaster of emotions and afterwards the intensity of the story leaves you feeling quite drained in a hopeful sort of way (if you're like me and can't make it to the end without crying). This story has passionate love, strong friendship, morals, values and beliefs - and above all this story is about life - decisions, sacrifices and emotion. This story is perfectly told and utterly absorbing (even better than the book). In fact, the film & characters are so real that when I visited the acutal film site I felt like Francesa Johnson had really lived there and that Robert Kincaid had driven there to find her. This is a very powerful film (not for the faint hearted, childish or shallow). This film, which will touch your life if you let it, has to be one of the most powerful, real, intense and passionate love-stories of our time. If you are in love with the idea of love then this is an absolute must-see film...but be warned, it will break your heart; when Robert Kincaid stands in the rain, well, it is absolutely soul-wrenching. This romantic but real film is a true master-piece.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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It was a masterstroke to put two of the best actors around these days together in this good old fashioned romance. Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood (who also produces and directs) look so good together on screen. Of course, Meryl is made up to look a little dowdy, and perhaps Clint might look a little old for the part, but who cares? Their scenes together are so good, they make it look so natural. Meryl Streep plays Francesca a lonely and bored housewife who by chance meets Robert (Eastwood) a professional photographer who is commissioned by National Geographic Magazine to take pictures of various locations in Iowa. They develop a relationship which lasts for only four memorable days. Then, Robert moves on and Francesca is left with her memories which remain with her right until her death. The story of the romance is told through her diaries read by her grown up children who find it difficult to come to terms with the fact that their mother had been disloyal to their father. However, they come to realise that Francesca's love for Robert is one of those loves that happen to most of us during our lives, a short term love, which remains in memory. A fascinating film of human relationships. Enhanced by a superb music score, but lacking extras which is a shame. If you like good old fashioned romances, then pour yourself a drop of brandy, just sit back and enjoy.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Theo Walcott
Format:DVD
I saw this film for the first time last night on video. I was blown away by the performances of Clint Eastwood and especially Meryl Streep. I decided to buy myself a copy so that I can savour these again and again. This was a performance quite removed for Mr Eastwood, the reason I put off watching it for so long but I was pleasently surprised. You must see this film, I'm sure it will change a few things.
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wonderfull
great film very entertaining well acted and written. I would recommend this to all who enjoy a good love story.
Published 11 hours ago by J Mac
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Nice film
Bought for my mum for her christmas, she loved every minute of it and loved the nostalgia as she hadn't seen it in many years
Published 16 days ago by NicoleP
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The Bridges of Madison County.
I think out of the three films I bought together, this is the one I love the most. It is very real you can imagine it so well.
Published 29 days ago by nanook
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bridges of madison county
lovely, romantic film with two amazing actors.I would recommend this film to my friends. A classic. Great film for a romantic night in.
Published 1 month ago by jayne goodman
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present
this was a christmas gift for a friend, it was despatched quickly and was a good price don't know if this film is good though never seen it.
Published 1 month ago by natalie weatherall
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The Bridges of Madison County
I commend this classic DVD. The acting by Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep was superb and watching it once was definitely not enough!!
Published 1 month ago by Viv
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Weepy
Excellent film which I have watched before but it was still as good third time around. I cried for about the last 10 mins of this film!
Published 2 months ago by christine newton
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fab film
This is one of the best films I have seen . poignant and filled with pathos.This is a must see film with excellent acting.
Published 2 months ago by Reeveth
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A favourite film
I dont like either Clint Eastwood or Meryl Streep but this is a lovely film.
Also it was one my late husband said he thought I may enjoy and he was right. Read more
Also it was one my late husband said he thought I may enjoy and he was right. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ann Adams
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Excellent value for money
What can one say,you either like this film or hate it.We love it and at £5.00 this is excellent value for money
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