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A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT

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Set in Montana between 1910 and 1935, A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT centers on two brothers, their father and the fly-fishing that shapes their lives. The film ties religion, family and fishing together in an unusual and intelligent manner as it deals with a family whose members are unable to help or communicate with one another. Regrettably, there are very brief scenes of drinking and gambling and partial nudity.

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(L, M, NN, S, B, C) approx. 5 obscenities & 3 profanities; brief scenes of gambling and drinking; partial male nudity; implied fornication; and, biblical character of minister father and Protestant work ethic symbolized in fly-fishing.

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A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT centers on two brothers, their father and the river that shapes their lives. Set in Montana between 1910 and 1935, the story uses fly-fishing as a metaphor for science, sport, religion, art, and a quest for the grace that they all share. Norman and Paul Maclean are devoted to each other and to their parents, yet the tough stoicism that has been bred into them by their stern father, the Reverend Maclean (Tom Skerritt) and by the rough land has made it difficult for them to seek, accept, or offer help when needed, though Paul is in need of help. On the river, however, teaching his sons how to cast the line, to read the water, to respect the fish, the reverend initiates the boys into a discipline that links them to nature, beauty, art, and, irrevocably, to each other.

Like Robert Redford’s Oscar-winning directorial debut, ORDINARY PEOPLE, A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT deals with a family whose members are unable to help or communicate with one another. In RIVER, however, Redford has created a work that ties religion, family and fishing together in an unusual and intelligent manner. However, there are very brief scenes of drinking and gambling and partial nudity.

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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.