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A Room With a View

Released Mar 7, 1986 1h 55m Drama List
100% Tomatometer 37 Reviews 85% Popcornmeter 25,000+ Ratings
In this British drama based on the novel by E.M. Forster, Lucy Honeychurch (Helena Bonham-Carter), a young Englishwoman, is touring Italy with her older cousin (Maggie Smith). At a hotel in Florence, Lucy meets the charming and free-spirited George Emerson (Julian Sands). Although intrigued by George, once she's back in England Lucy ponders settling down with the wealthy, staid Cecil Vyse (Daniel Day-Lewis). When George reappears in her life, Lucy must decide between him and Cecil.
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The hard edges of E.M. Foster novel maybe sanded off, but what we get with A Room with a View is an eminently entertaining comedy with an intellectual approach to love.

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Michael Blowen Boston Globe The performances -- particularly by Maggie Smith, Helena Bonham Carter and Denholm Elliot -- are superbly wrought in this tale of conflicting cultures, embattled sexes and changing values. Jul 30, 2024 Full Review Wendy Ide Times (UK) Adapted by Merchant Ivory from EM Forster’s novel, this is a lush wallow in nostalgic romanticism. Dec 19, 2023 Full Review Bob Thomas Associated Press The simple story is embroidered with delightful dialogue and rare characterizations. Rated: 9/10 Nov 2, 2021 Full Review Dan Webster Spokesman-Review (Washington) The beauty of the Italian and English countrysides, the acting of Maggie Smith and Denholm Elliott and the immediacy of a particularly brutal killing all combine to make this one of the most visually affecting films you'll see all year. Rated: 3/4 Jul 27, 2024 Full Review Hal Lipper Tampa Bay Times A Room With a View is an outstanding period piece. It captures Forster's characters in their milieu with a temperament that effectively stirs modern-day sensitivities. Rated: 5/5 Nov 3, 2021 Full Review Taylor Baker Drink in the Movies Episode 11: Moving On Rated: 60/100 Sep 1, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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John L This fine film is music to the ear, to the eye unto the heart.... even my mind is left in a thrill..... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/13/24 Full Review julie b More funny than I was expecting - was I supposed to find it hilarious? All great performances, some of the most annoying characters (in a good way), and beautiful shots. But, other than the wheat field scene I didn’t really buy the romance or anything emotional - there wasn’t enough tension plot wise. - George frolicking in the field is me every time I’m in Europe - DDL in his tiny little spectacles saying I only travel by balloon killed me - What was that nude pond scene about??? Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/19/24 Full Review Holly K Sheer perfection. The most phenomenal acting from start to finish. Beautiful cinematography and production design. Breath-taking music. If only films were made to this inspiring standard today, as a rule. It is a masterclass in every way. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/01/24 Full Review Lucas J I mean, c'mon. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 05/12/24 Full Review John H A great period piece about love vs duty and lying to everyone including yourself Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/21/24 Full Review Nadine H Just the best. I have seen it with great pleasure many times. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/21/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In this British drama based on the novel by E.M. Forster, Lucy Honeychurch (Helena Bonham-Carter), a young Englishwoman, is touring Italy with her older cousin (Maggie Smith). At a hotel in Florence, Lucy meets the charming and free-spirited George Emerson (Julian Sands). Although intrigued by George, once she's back in England Lucy ponders settling down with the wealthy, staid Cecil Vyse (Daniel Day-Lewis). When George reappears in her life, Lucy must decide between him and Cecil.
Director
James Ivory
Producer
Ismail Merchant
Screenwriter
E.M. Forster, Ruth Prawer Jhabvala
Distributor
Warner Home Vídeo, Image Entertainment Inc.
Production Co
Goldcrest Films International, Merchant Ivory Productions, National Film Finance Corporation
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 7, 1986, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$12.0M
Runtime
1h 55m
Sound Mix
Dolby, Surround
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