Product: Ryan's Daughter (Two-Disc Special Edition) (2006)
Rating: 5.0
A Misunderstood Masterpiece.
Not that many movies have been more loved or hated in the history of motion pictures. Considered a lesser effort and a misfire in David Lean's career it still stands the test of time and in my opinion is one of the best films ever made.The scope of the story goes from minimalist in depicting the characters to grandiose in the way "Lawrence of Arabia" or "The Bridge over the River Kwai" was. It is a long movie, but the story flows and it brings Ireland to life in a way not seen since "The Quiet Man".Cinematography and music are as usual the best you can find. And the actors, severely criticized over the years make some of their best performances. Including Robert Mitchum believed by many to be miscast for the part. John Mills portrayal of the village idiot rightly brought him and Academy Award. And if we don't compare Sarah Miles to Julie Christie she stands on her own.Let David Lean take your hand and take you to Ireland; you will be glad you did.