Jesse Wigutow's screenplay is one of those marvels of economy, idiomatic facility and well-chosen detail that knows exactly when to cut away from a scene without grinding it into your face.Read Full Review »
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LOS ANGELES TIMES: Kevin Thomas
Schepisi not only inspired the cast to give well-shaded, reflective portrayals but also made the film a work of honest, heartfelt sentiment.Read Full Review »
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Washington Post: Michael O'Sullivan
Much to my surprise and delight, the movie is nothing like its marketing.Read Full Review »
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USA Today: Claudia Puig
Father and son Kirk and Michael Douglas' moments together are among the movie's best.Read Full Review »
Family goes easy on the schmaltz, and the catastrophes have the puncturing feel of real life.Read Full Review »
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CHICAGO SUN-TIMES: Roger Ebert
The movie is simply not clear about where it wants to go and what it wants to do. It is heavy on episode and light on insight, and although it takes courage to bring up touchy topics it would have taken more to treat them frankly.Read Full Review »
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Boston Globe: Ty Burr
It's ''Hannah and Her Sisters'' with all the emotions and half the artistry.Read Full Review »
A sodden drama of filial conflict that dares the audience to confuse the characters with the players. P.T. Barnum couldn't have come up with a better hook, but he would have rewarded his suckers with more ''On Golden Pond'' entertainment bang for their buck.Read Full Review »
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