The River (1984)★ 6.5/10
- Drama
Directed by: Mark Rydell
Written by: Robert Dillon, Julian Barry
A farming family battles severe storms, while taking a valiant stand against a bank foreclosure and a powerful land grabber.
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Awards · 0 wins, 6 nominations
See all ›- NomineeGolden Globes, USA 1985Golden Globe · Best Original Score - Motion Picture
- NomineeGolden Globes, USA 1985Golden Globe · Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama
- NomineeAcademy Awards, USA 1985Oscar · Best Music, Original Score
- NomineeAcademy Awards, USA 1985Oscar · Best Actress in a Leading Role
- NomineeAcademy Awards, USA 1985Oscar · Best Sound
Reviews
C
Cinéfila ConsumidoraJune 25, 2026
Cinéfila ConsumidoraJune 25, 2026Mel Gibson and Sissy Spaces have chemistry together, but the film’s slow pacing can be a little tiring. Still, the main themes are encouraging.