Love it or hate it, it's one of the best movies around

Rating: Null/10 (5 March 1999)

I have read some of the negative comments and I must disagree. Legends of the Fall is one of the greatest films ever made in my opinion . Each character is captivating and the plot covers so many areas (war, prohibition, etc.) that you actually feel like you've have taken a long walk through history as the film progresses. This is Brad Pitt's best role and Aidan Quinn was spectacular at making you realize how pitiful he really was. Julia Ormond is extremely convincing at being hopelessly in love with Pitt.
The movie takes you through the ups and downs of the Ludlow family and you realize that you really do care what happens to these individuals. There are many twists and turns but you never lose sight of the main point of the film "togetherness." Legends of the Fall is about relationships and loyalty and the human elements that seek to destroy our happiness and contentment with the people we love.
Of course, even I can recognize that "Legends" is overly tragic but the tragedy is what makes the most impact. There are too many memorable scenes to count and the ending is very very good. I'm a sucker for narration and One Stab's voice just enhances an already fantastic film.