The Straight Story
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Movie Reviews of The Straight Story
Movie Review: A Lynch Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a big fan of David Lynch-movies like Eraserhead and Blue Velvet, both of which have a dark side. So, I am a little surprised that I love The Straight Story, which is a very tender movie about an old man visiting his estranged brother 300 miles away on a riding lawn mower in the upper midwest. Everything about this movie is beautiful-from the shots of the expansive Iowa grain fields, the colorful sunrises (and sets), the small towns, the Mississippi river, to the warm hearted midwesterners who bid the old man well has he slowly travels down the road. And, not to be disappointed by the ending, it has such a peaceful tone that one leaves this movie definitely touched and having a little more optimism about our country and its people. For Lynch fans, there is the signature cinematography and music, which is also terrific, and the close shots he gives us of every day objects in a way that make them seem important. Whether you are "into" David Lynch or not, you will likely enjoy if not love this movie.Movie Review: An Amazing Accomplishment
Summary: 5 Stars
A surprise and a total shock coming from David Lynch; a director who has, in my humble opinion, disappointed me more times than not. "The Straight Story" is simply the best film made in the last decade and will one day finally be regarded as the masterpiece it truly is. How Disney could have bungled the marketing of this great film is beyond reasoning. It is rated G but is no more of a "family" film than "The Tigger Movie" could be considered porn. Children could never understand its deliberate pacing and complex emotional core of patience and moral responsibility. By the end of the film I was choking back tears and so moved I could hardly get out of my seat. Richard Farnsworth and Sissy Spacek give performances that make you remember what acting on film used to mean. Please do yourself a favor and watch it somewhere quiet with no interference so that you may listen and savor this extraordinary movie. There will not be any more like it for many, many years.Movie Review: A G-rated, Disney film from David Lynch?! Not a problem...
Summary: 5 Stars
This has got to be one of the most powerful stories of forgiveness that I have ever seen. Richard Farnsworth was an amazing actor, and it is sad that the Academy pretty much never acknowledged his existance. Here, he becomes his character through and through.
This is the true story of Alvin Straight, who finds out that his brother isn't doing so well. The thing is, Alvin and his brother had a falling out years ago, and they haven't spoken since. So, being an old man who shouldn't exactly be behind the wheel of a car, he drives miles and miles to his brother's home on a riding lawnmower. Along the way, he meets many people from different walks of life.
This is a slow and meditative film, but it is one of the best that I have ever seen, and one of David Lynch's best. The man can do anything! I'd love to see Lynch do more drama.
All in all, this is a work of art, and a testament to Richard Farnsworth's tremendous acting abilities. He will be missed.
Movie Review: In love, what it really counts is the effort and not the reward !
Summary: 5 Stars
From Laurens, Iowa to Mt. Zion, Wisconsin, along three hundred and sixteen miles of distance, there are delirious landscapes plenty of showy vegetation and fiery thunders, Alvin Straight(Richard Fansworth,73) will undertake a particular last epic journey just to meet with his brother, after ten years of mutual absence.
Along this poetic road movie, this old man will live a very pleasant experience exchanging points of view about multiple livings, like opening a hidden diary showing the deepest of his soul and heart to everyone.
Since the times of "The elephant man" David Lynch had not focused with such ceaseless devotion and profound affection about the power of the human feelings.
A film that exudes visual freshness, unforgettable sunsets and mesmerizing landscapes, without forgetting those little and unsaid details of the human behavior.
A full rounded masterwork and formidable actings.!
Movie Review: What a priviledge
Summary: 5 Stars
Where do you begin with a film that is as beautiful, poetic, moving, powerful, substantial, grounding, uplifting, and definitively sublime as The Straight Story. From it's emotionally and technically pitch perfect score by Angelo Badalamenti to the brilliant direction of David Lynch, the film takes us on a journey we will never forget. Despite everything I've offered, the film depends upon one man- Richard Farnsworth. In his last role, his award-winning performance is a master class in listening and being. He IS Alvin Straight instead of acting like Alvin Straight. His beautiful blue eyes are weary with pain and memories. I have never seen the eyes convey so very much. To watch his scene at the bar and not have a resounding physical reaction- well, there may be no help for your soul.
Simply put, allow yourself the priviledge of viewing The Straight Story.