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The Bridges Of Madison County [1995] [DVD]
enlarge	Director: Clint Eastwood Actors: Clint Eastwood, Meryl Streep, Annie Corley, Victor Slezak, Jim Haynie Studio: Warner Home Video Category: DVD List Price: ~~£13.99~~ Buy New: £3.41 as of 22/11/2009 00:07 GMT details You Save: £10.58 (76%) New (14) from £3.41 Seller: findprice Rating: 52 reviews Sales Rank: 1535 Format: Full Screen, PAL Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Arabic (Subtitled) Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over Region: 2 Discs: 1 Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Number Of Discs: 1 Running Time: 129 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3 Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 EAN: 7321900137720 ASIN: B00004CX86 Theatrical Release Date: June 2, 1995 Release Date: September 1, 1998 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days


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Editorial Reviews: Amazon.co.uk Review 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 iNational Geographic/i 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 iBrief Encounter/I (to which it bears marked similarities), iThe Bridges of Madison County/i is destined to become one of the classic film love stories. i--Jeff Shannon/i

Customer Reviews: Showing reviews 1-5 of 52 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...11 Next » Beautiful and Evocative June 18, 2006 Marge Simpson (UK) 20 out of 20 found this review helpful I first accidentally caught this movie on TV one afternoon a few years ago, and probably wouldn't have gone out of my way to watch it ordinarily. But watch it I did, and fell in love with the beautiful cinematography, the emotive acting and the compelling characters. It is now one of my all-time favourite movies. br / br /Meryl Streep is absolutely perfect as Francesca, Clint Eastwood was surprisingly believable as Robert, and as another reviewer said, there is something about the bridges and the 'scent' of Iowa that draws you to want to see Madison County for yourself first-hand! br / br /It is one of those rare movies that is far superior to the book. The novel is clumsy and leaves the reader no room for imagination. This is an excellent adaptation that goes beyond the cold, clinical sexual frustration of Robert James Waller's novel, and invites you to feel with the two main charcters and come to terms with the painful choices they have to make. This kind of certainty comes but once in a lifetime.... November 17, 2003 Jakobee (UK) 35 out of 36 found this review helpful 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. Awe inspiring classic March 2, 2002 G. Meads (UK) 37 out of 39 found this review helpful I love movies. I love a movie that takes you on a journey and presents you with an emotional core which you can identify with. Blockbusters have their place but my preferred movie is one which has its roots firmly planted in some sort of reality. So you can imagine how delighted I was when The Bridges Of Madison arrived at cinemas in 1995. pBased on the famous but not all that great book by Robert James Waller- Bridges Of Madison County is a slow burning tale of a love that a small town cannot accept. But one which keeps on burning long after the principal characters have died. pFrancesca Johnson (Meryl Streep) is an Italian American housewife. Her life is uneventful. She cleans, cooks and reads but wants more from life. Her passions are awakened when her husband and two children go away on a short holiday. Robert Kincaid (Clint Eastwood) an enigmatic photographer from National Geographic magazine pulls up outside her house asking for directions. From that point on Francesca discovers her desire for life and unearths feelings that she never knew she had. pThe film then explores the dilemma for both characters. Over four days Francesca and Robert embark on a passionate affair. She is attracted to his lust for life and the fact that he has travelled the world. He is attracted to Francesca's worldly mind and the fact that she seems to have so much going for her beneath the fascade of household duties and her overall aim to please her family. pStill awake? Well, although the film may not sound emotionally involving- believe you me it truly is. Meryl Streep brings emotion, depth and a sense of reality to a very challenging role. Francesca has a great sense of humour which Robert uncovers. She also has an amazing sense of loyalty which is tested to the limits as the affair becomes more than a fling. Streep offers the audience a sympathetic portrayal of a woman who deserves a second chance at love. Clint Eastwood again immerses himself into the role of Robert. You are convinced of the chemistry between the two the leads and this is a testament to their awesome talents. All the more extraordinary when you realise that Eastwood directed the film also. pThe sheer contrast between Iowa and the weird and wonderful places that Robert has visited are superbly evoked through the power of dialogue rather than visually. This is a film where the slightest movement from each character displays the power of body language. There is a delightful scene where Francesca is laughing at on of Robert's tales- kicking her legs in the air as she smiles. This effectively displays how isolated Francesca has felt over the years. She had clearly lost the power to laugh until now. pAs the plot develops it is clear that Francesca has a choice. Does she stay in the marriage that has made her so unhappy? Or does she leave with Robert for a new life? Her home life may be unhappy but she has stability. If she leaves with Robert - he is a loose cannon who may not settle down immediately. The choice is hers. But you will find yourself very involved and half making the decision for her! pThe last 15 minutes of this film are absolutely heart breaking. Years after the affair - passions are reawakened and the results leave a devasting blow for Francesca. Meryl Streep manages to make you weep in the final scenes through her silent determination not to shed any tears. When she does let go- the urge for you to follow suit is out of your control. pI have seen many movies. But never have I found one as moving as Bridges Of Madison County. It delivers a simple tale of two characters who deserve each other but because of small town attitudes and family commitments face a dilemma stronger then both of them are willing to admit. pIf you fancy an emotional night in- draw the curtains, chill a bottle of wine, get plenty of chocolate and watch in awe as these two amazing actors break your heart in two with their once in a lifetime performances. You will not regret it. A superb performance by Meryl Streep June 20, 2001 Theo Walcott (UK) 9 out of 9 found this review helpful 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. PERFECTION!! August 15, 2006 Mrs. D. Lee (Newtownards Co Down) 9 out of 9 found this review helpful This is quite simply one of the best films I have ever seen. Definitely up among my top five ever. The quality of the acting from Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood is just faultless. They look so good together on screen, it is hard to believe they are only acting. You can literally feel the intensity of the characters' love for each other and the heartbreaking decison they have to face, to either stay together and be true to themselves, or separate and go back to their individual lives, and therefore put the feelings of others before their own happiness. br / br /I agree with the previous reviewer, in that it is one of those rare movies that is actually better than the book. I have watched it many times, with the kleenex at the ready of course. It is simply perfect for a wet Sunday afternoon. br / br /If you love weepies, you will adore this. Showing reviews 1-5 of 52 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...11 Next »

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