Review of At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991) by Carlos M — 05 Jan 2014

My Favorite Film Is 1941's Citizen Kane.

This review of At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991) was written by Carlos M on 05 Jan 2014.

At Play in the Fields of the Lord has generally received positive reviews.

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By Michal J (55) on 27 Dec 2010

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By Luinda L (13) on 24 Mar 2008

Boorman film of great depth and a one that keeps coming back to you even years later. Berenger is superb…

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By Tony (188) on 21 Aug 2008

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By Julie L (270) on 28 Mar 2011

This is a big, beautiful but uneven movie about a collision of cultures in the Amazon…

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By Nikolas G (232) on 06 Aug 2009

I recommend this film cause I like the director Hector Babenco { kiss of spider woman } but also for the amazing plans of falls and the waters…

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By Nancy / P (153) on 03 Dec 2008

I LOVE IT...KATHY BATES IS GREAT...SO ARE THE OTHERS..2 NUMEROUS TO MENTION..ALL GREAT…

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By Malcolm Johnson (219) for Hartford Courant (284) on 03 Jun 2018

Well over three hours in length, and at best a masterpiece manque, At Play in the Fields of the Lord obviously will not enjoy a 20-week run…

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By Jax B (25) on 22 Mar 2008

A solid work - so many strong points. The characters are weak and vulnerable…

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By Levi H (23) on 19 Aug 2008

A must watch for any missionary wanna-be. An awesome case study of cultural anthropology based on a true story…

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By Ian W (1,171) on 25 Oct 2007

Some of the most powerful and moving imagery imaginable…

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