Far and Away [Region 2] | ![Far and Away [Region 2]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51TBMQ497BL._SL500_.jpg)
| Director: Ron Howard
Actors: Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, Thomas Gibson, Robert Prosky, Barbara Babcock
Category: DVD
Buy New: $37.65
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Rating:  90 reviews
Sales Rank: 217881
Format: Pal
Languages: English (Original Language), German (Original Language), French (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), Italian (Original Language), Polish (Original Language), German (Subtitled), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Dutch (Subtitled), Swedish (Subtitled), Norwegian (Subtitled), Danish (Subtitled), Finnish (Subtitled), Portuguese (Subtitled)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 2
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
EAN: 4030521299474
ASIN: B00004S5SK
Theatrical Release Date: May 22, 1992
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Filmed in the widescreen splendor of "Panavision Super 70" and blessed with the finest production values that Hollywood clout can buy, this tale of spunky Irish immigrants forgot one crucial ingredient: a decent screenplay. The film is entertaining enough, and director Ron Howard brings his technical proficiency to the simple plot, culminating in a dynamic, breathtaking depiction of the Oklahoma land rush of 1893. But the movie is really just a vacuous vehicle for married stars Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman as (respectively) the poor tenant farmer and rich landlord's daughter who flee Ireland to be American pioneers. The scenery and the stars are never less than stunning, but Howard falls short of the mark in his attempt to match the epic sweep of films by David Lean. On the other hand, this movie is certainly never boring even if it rarely makes sense, and Lean's own Irish epic, Ryan's Daughter, is a snoozer by comparison. --Jeff Shannon
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 American Immigrants of the 19th Century May 14, 2009
Dee
The story of immigrants of the 19th century is an exhilerating story of an Irish couple driven to have a better way of life in the young and upcoming industrial society of America. Every part of this movie keeps your attention - particularly if your ancestery is Irish, as mine is. Casting selection of actors is perfect! Very high spirited personalities for the characters.
A Great Movie May 11, 2009
D. Schloesser (Minneapolis, MN)
I first saw this movie years ago in my high school American History class and have loved it ever since. It's a fantastic story set in one of America's most interesting times. A great history tale with a little romance and adventure mixed in!
Don't listen to critics on this one... February 26, 2009
Iryshkidd (California)
Wonderful film, every moment is completely entertaining! Not the worlds best accent from Cruise, but you quickly absorb into the delightful story, and phenominal cinematography. BUY IT!
 Pathetic February 21, 2009
HUGH H. KIRKPATRICK (COOPER CITY, FL USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I gave it one star because the submission required something. I've always been a huge fan of of Ron Howard's, until watching (as much as I was able) this. Aside from the worn-out theme and predictable acting, the fight scenes made me sick. Unfortunately, this is what the general public seem to enjoy, and Howard has sunk to the same level as every other director who feels necessary to include footage of someone getting their face bashed bloody to get a paying audience. At least Howard didn't go overboard with the make-up and fake blood (the real thing was far worse). If this is truly a part of history and the way people behaved back then, I am ashamed of being Irish.
Far and Away February 18, 2009
D. Mowery
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
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