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      Sommersby

      PG-13 Released Feb 5, 1993 1 hr. 52 min. Drama List
      63% 27 Reviews Tomatometer 59% 10,000+ Ratings Audience Score A man returns to his home town after a lengthy absence spent fighting in the US Civil War. Although his apparent character transformation arouses his wife's and others' suspicions, everyone is delighted when his tobacco-growing scheme is profitable for the whole town. Just as he is settling into an idyllic routine with his family, he is accused of the murder of a man killed many years before. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Feb 20 Buy Now

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      Sommersby stumbles as a consistently compelling mystery, but typically solid work from Jodie Foster and Richard Gere fuels an engaging romance.

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      matthias s "Somersby, a cinematic rollercoaster that leaves you torn between applause and yawns. The stellar cast delivers great acting, with performances that elevate the film despite its shortcomings. The plot, initially promising, meanders between captivating and downright boring. The courtroom sequence is a standout, a shining moment that makes you wish the entire movie had the same pulse-pounding energy. While the script fails to maintain its momentum, the film's saving grace lies in its excellent soundtrack, setting the mood with finesse. The ensemble cast does their best, but the lack of a compelling twist at the end leaves you feeling unsatisfied. Somersby is a cocktail of highs and lows, a good watch for those seeking a mix of great acting and courtroom drama, but be prepared for the occasional dip into the realm of boredom." Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/20/24 Full Review John R Tonally, this movie was kind of all over the place. There are some interesting ideas, such as how much of our identity is based on who other people think or say we are and whether your good name is worth your life. On the whole though, this is the sort of movie you put on once and then never think about again. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 04/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Good not great. Gere and Foster make it compelling enough for one man’s love and sacrifice. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review dan b Great plot, great acting, I loved it Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review kevin c A man comes back from the Civil War six years later, back to his farm and wife carrying with secrets about his past and identity which won't stay secret for too long. Richard Gere and Jodie Foster star in this romantic drama. I really like this movie. Gere is great and Foster always brings her A game. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member It's been a long time since I watched this, but it made an impact on me. Sad, emotional- he was trying to be the right person for once. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Edward Guthmann San Francisco Chronicle What sounded like an embarrassing blunder -- the romantic pairing of Richard Gere and Jodie Foster -- turns out to be surprisingly entertaining and persuasive. Rated: 3/4 Jan 11, 2023 Full Review Adam Mars-Jones Independent (UK) His (Amiel's) direction is full-blooded and unafraid of sentiment, but he reins in the film's epic possibilities, which could easily have bogged things down. Nov 14, 2017 Full Review Owen Gleiberman Entertainment Weekly Rated: B Sep 7, 2011 Full Review Malcolm Johnson Hartford Courant Sommersby has everything to succeed. There's just one minor problem in this Americanized remake of The Return of Martin Guerre: Who can believe Richard Gere and Jodie Foster as a Tennessee Ashley and Scarlett? May 31, 2018 Full Review Susan Granger www.susangranger.com Rated: 3/5 Dec 27, 2007 Full Review Michael Dequina TheMovieReport.com Rated: 3/5 Jan 11, 2007 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis A man returns to his home town after a lengthy absence spent fighting in the US Civil War. Although his apparent character transformation arouses his wife's and others' suspicions, everyone is delighted when his tobacco-growing scheme is profitable for the whole town. Just as he is settling into an idyllic routine with his family, he is accused of the murder of a man killed many years before.
      Director
      Jon Amiel
      Screenwriter
      Nicholas Meyer, Sarah Kernochan
      Distributor
      Warner Bros. Pictures
      Rating
      PG-13
      Genre
      Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Feb 5, 1993, Wide
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Mar 1, 2013
      Box Office (Gross USA)
      $46.4M
      Sound Mix
      Surround
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