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The Age of Innocence

Play trailer 1:02 Poster for The Age of Innocence PG Released Sep 17, 1993 2h 18m Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Wealthy lawyer Newland Archer (Daniel Day-Lewis) is engaged to sweet socialite May Welland (Winona Ryder) in 1870s New York. On the surface, it is a perfect match. But when May's beautiful cousin Countess Ellen Olenska (Michelle Pfeiffer), who is estranged from her brutish husband, arrives in town, Newland begins to question the meaning of passion and love as he desperately pursues a relationship with Ellen, even though she has been made a social outcast by Archer's peers.
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Equal measures romantic and wistful, Martin Scorsese's elegant adaptation of The Age of Innocence is a triumphant exercise in both stylistic and thematic restraint.

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Anthony Lane The New Yorker Life in the New York of the eighteen-seventies may have been constrained, but it was never dull—not if Scorsese’s camera is anything to go by. Jul 24, 2023 Full Review Kevin Maher Times (UK) Joanne Woodward's narration is soothing without ever being folksy, while the closing scene, a shattering portrait of unbearable poignancy and regret, remains one of Scorsese's strongest endings... Rated: 5/5 Mar 17, 2023 Full Review Peter Bradshaw Guardian The Age of Innocence is a luxurious work of art. Rated: 4/5 Mar 15, 2023 Full Review James Croot Stuff.co.nz A movie of stolen moments, arranged meetings and outright lies, The Age of Innocence is potentially anything but what that title suggests. Oct 16, 2023 Full Review Michael Clark Epoch Times Scorsese has made 42 features but is mostly known for his six movies about organized crime. With “Age,” Scorsese stepped far out of his comfort zone and delivered one of the finest films, not only of his career, but from anyone over the last 50 years. Rated: 5/5 Aug 12, 2023 Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand ... a magnificent piece of filmmaking, rich and textured and at times lovingly mannered as Scorsese appropriates and integrates silent movie devices into his yesteryear portrait. Oct 15, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Melissa G All star cast. The source material is stellar and the movie sticks to it for the most part. The real star of this film is the set. If you can imagine a candelabra of such beauty and Daniel Day Lewis on screen at the same time... It is a sumptuous film. The fabrics, the lighting, the historical accuracy of the pieces not commonly found in other films set in this era. It is a real credit to Scorsese and his vision. New York looked unfamiliar yet you could see the evolution of the city to be right in front of you. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/05/24 Full Review Isa B This is a breathtaking story of repressed feelings and unconsumated love. Martin Scorsese created a truly rare cinematic gem with this motion picture. I consider it to be the second greatest feature of his entire filmography, second only to Goodfellas. The intro to the film is visually stunning. The entire film is quite the visual achievement. It is equal parts style and substance. It is a unique story in that there are no villians. The most seemingly innocent character might have been the most conniving. The camera work is magnificent. This picture could have been a slow moving bore, but with the genius of Mr. Scorsese and his brilliant editing choices, it moves right along all the while keeping its audience in suspense. Simply brilliant! The Age of Innocence is not easily digestible upon the first viewing. The climax of the film is somewhat subtle, but is supremely intelligent. The writing will blow you away. I love Martin Scorsese's cameo appearance. He looks very 19th century. Daniel Day-Lewis is a pleasure to watch, as always. A true genius method actor. The writing, the direction, the cinematography, the acting, the costume design and creative editing techniques work in tandem to create a modern masterpiece in cinema. I highly recommend it. 100/100 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/30/24 Full Review Daniel B I recommend this for the top notch visual sumptuousness, while the story is stuffy and Michelle Pfeiffer woefully miscast, which undermines everything else. Daniel day Louis and Winona Ryder are excellent however, though the narration is rather discordant. It is quite faithful to book, so don't expect Scorsese physical violence, this is different from his other work, a muted piece about unrequited love in high society, not for everyone. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/03/24 Full Review Fabrícia F A resignação e melancolia de um homem (Daniel Day Lewis) preso a convenções sociais no fim do século dezenove que é obrigado a casar-se com uma jovem aristocrata (Winona Ryder) pertencente à alta sociedade americana. Sua vida muda quando uma terceira pessoa (Michelle Pfeiffer) desiguala essa equação modificando as estruturas daquela sociedade e afetando a sua vida também. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/25/24 Full Review zisnzat K While the firm plodded along, it stayed at a steady pace. The ending was not amazing, but I always love seeing Daniel Day Lewis is anything. Interesting period piece. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/13/24 Full Review Scott M Movie showing the stuffy elegance of high society New York City 150 years ago. Don't know how anyone could stand it. I'd go crazy and want to punch someone. Great acting by Lewis, Pfieffer, and Ryder. But not for me. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 09/05/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - There Is Another Woman The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - There Is Another Woman 2:28 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Don't Make Love to Me The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Don't Make Love to Me 3:26 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Pregnancy Trap The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Pregnancy Trap 2:49 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - The End of the Affair The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - The End of the Affair 2:43 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - You Gave up What You Wanted Most The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - You Gave up What You Wanted Most 2:28 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - The Ship and the Lighthouse The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - The Ship and the Lighthouse 1:50 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Everybody Knows The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Everybody Knows 2:02 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Impossible Love The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Impossible Love 2:31 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - A False Life The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - A False Life 2:19 The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Is There Someone Else? The Age of Innocence: Official Clip - Is There Someone Else? 2:46 View more videos
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Synopsis Wealthy lawyer Newland Archer (Daniel Day-Lewis) is engaged to sweet socialite May Welland (Winona Ryder) in 1870s New York. On the surface, it is a perfect match. But when May's beautiful cousin Countess Ellen Olenska (Michelle Pfeiffer), who is estranged from her brutish husband, arrives in town, Newland begins to question the meaning of passion and love as he desperately pursues a relationship with Ellen, even though she has been made a social outcast by Archer's peers.
Director
Martin Scorsese
Producer
Barbara De Fina
Screenwriter
Martin Scorsese, Edith Wharton, Jay Cocks
Distributor
Columbia Pictures, Columbia Tristar
Production Co
Columbia Pictures Corporation, Cappa Productions
Rating
PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 17, 1993, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 1, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$31.9M
Runtime
2h 18m
Sound Mix
Surround, Stereo
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