A River Runs Through It

Based on the semi-autobiographical novel by Norman Maclean and directed by Robert Redford, A River Runs Through It is a visually stunning exploration of family, nature, and the passage of time. Set against the majestic backdrop of early twentieth-century Montana, the story follows two sons of a stern Presbyterian minister: the studious Norman, played by Craig Sheffer, and his rebellious, fly-fishing brother Paul, portrayed by Brad Pitt in a career-defining role. Tom Skerritt stars as their father, a man who communicates his love and faith through the rhythmic art of fly fishing in the Blackfoot River. The film features a supporting cast including Brenda Blethyn, Emily Lloyd, and a young Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Celebrated for its Academy Award-winning cinematography by Philippe Rousselot, this lyrical drama captures the spiritual connection between the brothers and the rugged wilderness of the American West, serving as a moving meditation on the complexities of brotherhood and the things that remain unsaid.