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In this British drama based on the novel by E.M. Forster, Lucy Honeychurch (Helena Bonham-Carter), a young Englishwoman, is touring Italy with her older cousin (Maggie Smith). At a hotel in Florence, Lucy meets the charming and free-spirited George Emerson (Julian Sands). Although intrigued by George, once she's back in England Lucy ponders settling down with the wealthy, staid Cecil Vyse (Daniel Day-Lewis). When George reappears in her life, Lucy must decide between him and Cecil.

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The hard edges of E.M. Foster novel maybe sanded off, but what we get with A Room with a View is an eminently entertaining comedy with an intellectual approach to love.

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Michael Blowen

Boston Globe

The performances -- particularly by Maggie Smith, Helena Bonham Carter and Denholm Elliot -- are superbly wrought in this tale of conflicting cultures, embattled sexes and changing values.

Jul 30, 2024

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Wendy Ide

Times (UK)

Adapted by Merchant Ivory from EM Forster’s novel, this is a lush wallow in nostalgic romanticism.

Dec 19, 2023

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Bob Thomas

Associated Press

The simple story is embroidered with delightful dialogue and rare characterizations.

Rated: 9/10

Nov 2, 2021

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Dan Webster

Spokesman-Review (Washington)

The beauty of the Italian and English countrysides, the acting of Maggie Smith and Denholm Elliott and the immediacy of a particularly brutal killing all combine to make this one of the most visually affecting films you'll see all year.

Rated: 3/4

Jul 27, 2024

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Hal Lipper

Tampa Bay Times

A Room With a View is an outstanding period piece. It captures Forster's characters in their milieu with a temperament that effectively stirs modern-day sensitivities.

Rated: 5/5

Nov 3, 2021

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Taylor Baker

Drink in the Movies

Episode 11: Moving On

Rated: 60/100

Sep 1, 2021

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John L This fine film is music to the ear, to the eye unto the heart.... even my mind is left in a thrill..... Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/13/24 Full Review julie b More funny than I was expecting - was I supposed to find it hilarious? All great performances, some of the most annoying characters (in a good way), and beautiful shots. But, other than the wheat field scene I didn’t really buy the romance or anything emotional - there wasn’t enough tension plot wise.- George frolicking in the field is me every time I’m in Europe - DDL in his tiny little spectacles saying I only travel by balloon killed me- What was that nude pond scene about??? Rated 3/5 Stars • Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/19/24 Full Review Holly K Sheer perfection. The most phenomenal acting from start to finish. Beautiful cinematography and production design. Breath-taking music. If only films were made to this inspiring standard today, as a rule. It is a masterclass in every way. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/01/24 Full Review Lucas J I mean, c'mon. Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 05/12/24 Full Review John H A great period piece about love vs duty and lying to everyone including yourself Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/21/24 Full Review Nadine H Just the best. I have seen it with great pleasure many times. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/21/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Cast & Crew

James Ivory Director Helena Bonham Carter Lucy Honeychurch Maggie Smith Charlotte Bartlett, a chaperon Julian Sands George Emerson Denholm Elliott Mr. Emerson, an English tourist Daniel Day-Lewis Cecil Vyse

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Synopsis In this British drama based on the novel by E.M. Forster, Lucy Honeychurch (Helena Bonham-Carter), a young Englishwoman, is touring Italy with her older cousin (Maggie Smith). At a hotel in Florence, Lucy meets the charming and free-spirited George Emerson (Julian Sands). Although intrigued by George, once she's back in England Lucy ponders settling down with the wealthy, staid Cecil Vyse (Daniel Day-Lewis). When George reappears in her life, Lucy must decide between him and Cecil.

Director: James Ivory
Producer: Ismail Merchant
Screenwriter: E.M. Forster, Ruth Prawer Jhabvala
Distributor: Warner Home Vídeo, Image Entertainment Inc.
Production Co: Goldcrest Films International, Merchant Ivory Productions, National Film Finance Corporation
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 7, 1986, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $12.0M
Runtime: 1h 55m
Sound Mix: Dolby, Surround

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