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RIVER WHY [Blu-ray]

Amber Heard (Actor), William Hurt (Actor), Matthew Leutwyler (Director, Producer) Rated:
PG-13
Format: Blu-ray
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 328 ratings
IMDb5.5/10.0
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Genre Drama
Format Blu-ray, Widescreen, Multiple Formats, DTS Surround Sound, NTSC, Subtitled, AC-3, Dolby
Contributor Dallas Roberts, Amanda Marshall, Josh Murphy, Kristi Denton Cohen, William Hurt, Kathleen Quinlan, Matthew Leutwyler, Amber Heard, Zach Gilford, William Devane See more
Language English
Runtime 1 hour and 44 minutes
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Sick of living in a home shrouded with secrets, lies and a smothering sense of competition, Gus (Zach Gilford, Friday Night Lights) runs away from home and the shadow of his famous fly-fishing father (William Hurt). Determined to live life like he wants it, Gus makes his new home in a secluded cabin on the banks of a river where he plans to fish all day. Instead, he is propelled into a quest for self-discovery. An assortment of eccentric characters, including a free-spirited girl (Amber Heard, Zombieland) who shares his fondness for fishing, helps him find his way toward adulthood. Based on a book that has become a cult classic and set in the breathtaking wilds of Oregon, The River Why will cast a spell on your heart.

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  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 1.6 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ Relay time: 104min
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Matthew Leutwyler
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Blu-ray, Widescreen, Multiple Formats, DTS Surround Sound, NTSC, Subtitled, AC-3, Dolby
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 44 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ November 8, 2011
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Amber Heard, William Hurt, Zach Gilford, William Devane, Kathleen Quinlan
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ Spanish, English
  • Producers ‏ : ‎ Kristi Denton Cohen, Amanda Marshall, Josh Murphy, Matthew Leutwyler
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Image Entertainment
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005FXXTBO
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 328 ratings

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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T. Schneck
5.0 out of 5 stars Cycle of Life
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2019
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The movie might seem to be about a young man growing up. But it is also a movie about a relationship with idiosyncratic parents passionate about fishing.. We see him rejecting parental lifestyle and mannerisms, then leaving home to find his way driven by a passion for trout fly fishing learned from his parents since tender years. In a daily ritual, he literally immerses himself in a river in pursuit of fish, in a story told with lovely river, forest and mountain cinematography. But the river holds more than fish, namely a woman equally passionate and quirky about fishing and about life as he is. Their idiosyncratic growth and love leads to parental reconciliation, completing a cycle of life and love tied together by fish.
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ldemar
5.0 out of 5 stars ...there will be no death, no betrayal
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2018
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I wanted to go fly fishing and look up at the stars from the middle of a river, far away from civilization. I thought there, in the loud rush of a river around me and the moon casting the only light, the universe would help me not stop believing before I knew if it could be true.

But I have responsibilities, I can’t go.

This movie took me fly fishing when I couldn’t go. : )

Best movie line at minute 1.29…wait for it.

No matter how persistent the illusion, money ISN’T everything, and If you lead your life with the desire or need for it you will end up in a dark place no good to anyone, only in service to money. Be reckless with money - LET GO AND LIVE!

….maybe I can go
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Gecko T
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Movie for Lovers of Nature
Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2012
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This independent film has some of the most beautiful scenes presented in a movie in some time. I love to fish, hike, and be outdoors and this film filled my soul with warmth. If you're expecting a blockbuster this isn't the film for you, and if you're a huge fan of the book this book may be difficult for you as it doesn't (can't) include all the philosophy found in the amazing book. Books and movies are different creatures so don't watch it expecting the same thing, but this film is powerful and can be enjoyed by even the pickiest fly fishing gurus and bookworms.
This is a beautiful film that does a wonderful job telling a coming of age story.
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bluesky
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Film
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2012
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The River Why was a wonderful experience for me. I know this is a DVD I will never tire of, and in fact, I will return to it often. I have never fished, the thought of it has always repulsed me, but this film has made me wish I did. Zach Gilford was perfect as Gus in the lead role. His character is the canvas for the colorful roles of the cast and for the story itself.

My only complaint about this film would have to be that it had to end. As a result of viewing this film and still wanting more I ordered the book. At the end of the first chapter I felt such delight I knew I would slowly savor this reading.

I turely envy anyone who has the experience of viewing this film for the first time ahead of them...do not pass it up!
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MollyB
5.0 out of 5 stars The River Why
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2012
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Item was purchased for my step-son but his feed-back was great! His significant other as a norm doesn't like to watch DVD's but she was so captivated by this one, she actually sat and watched the whole thing with him. Needless to say, after 19-years together, he was stunned and very happy.

The condition of the product was excellent, so we can without a doubt say that everyone was extremely satisfied and wouldn't hesitate to purchase from this vendor again.

Thank you!
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steve
3.0 out of 5 stars interesting
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2023
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If you're big time into fishing and just like to see a small role of known actors then this movie for you
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Robert W Finkbine
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautifully written love story that is quite unique and quite ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2014
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A beautifully written love story that is quite unique and quite funny. A film that champions
our environment against the corporate driven society that is destroying our planet
for short-term profit. It reaches the deepest ranges of what it means to be a human
being rather than an indifferent bureaucracy. This film stirs deep within us the
loss of what we be hoped America would be.
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Steven G.
1.0 out of 5 stars Recieved bad disc.
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2023
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My blue ray player won't read the disc. Plays all other blue rays I have just fine. Recieved this movie and it won't recognize it's format. I will save it and try to watch it at a friend's house, maybe it's just my player... But I doubt it. Brand New disc not a scratch, just no movie will play. Stuck in a different movie, a river runs through it, played just fine BR disc. I probly tried to play this river why like 9 times. No luck yet. Wish they'd send me one correct format playable.
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Craig Wyhony
5.0 out of 5 stars The movie embodies all the ingredients of a person moving ...
Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2014
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The movie embodies all the ingredients of a person moving through their life cycle. Even more delightful and metaphorical is the river and fly fishing providing the backdrop necessary to address the immortal questions at hand. Bravo!!!!
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Olivia
5.0 out of 5 stars Great.... Amber Heard at her best
Reviewed in Canada on July 12, 2019
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Excellent movie
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Specialised
3.0 out of 5 stars Why film the "River Why"?
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 19, 2012
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Let's face it (and let me say at the outset) being a lifelong passionate flyfisher I am biased, having read the book several times and along with "A River Runs Through It" and "A River Never Sleeps" it is an all time favourite. A truly WONDERFUL book! But trying to film and give justice to "The River Why" was an almost impossible task from the beginning. I found much of the humour in the book was lost as were some of the salutary lessons such as trying to live out a dream 24 hours a day and the dangers of becoming captivated by an all consuming passion. For the purist the fishing sequences were tame and the scenic photography could have been much better, even the musical score was only average. Sorry to say, I probably won't give it a second viewing!!
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