Review of Always (1989) by Stcenterprise . — 19 Jun 2012

Overly sappy screenplay is overcome by solid performances and some truly beautiful cinematography.

This review of Always (1989) was written by Stcenterprise . on 19 Jun 2012.

Always has generally received mixed reviews.

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By André D (1,970) on 27 Sep 2014

Steven Spielberg hace catarsis durante su divorcio, con este re-make de la cinta A Guy Called Joe acerca de un piloto de avión que muere y…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 15 Apr 2015

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By Camille L (1,034) on 27 Sep 2014

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By Andrea Beach (97) for Common Sense Media (4,943) on 03 Jan 2017

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By Roger Ebert (5,190) for Chicago Sun-Times (7,580) on 23 Nov 2013

This is Spielberg's weakest film since 1941…

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By Gary T (2,283) on 14 Sep 2014

Wow....ummmm just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch,.....its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout…

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By Cody M (1,392) on 28 Oct 2017

This is one of Spielberg's most underrated, and most unappreciated, films that was very ballsy in its emotion…

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By Giovanni M (788) on 10 Jun 2015

Spielberg's overly sappy side and a lack of control make this one of his lesser films, but Always is entertaining enough due to its lead performances,…

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By Hal Lipper (104) for Tampa Bay Times (1,287) on 30 May 2013

Gentle and moving as it means to be, Always is overloaded. There is barely a scene here that wouldn't have worked better with less fanfare…

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By Jens S (711) on 28 Apr 2013

Undeservedly somewhat forgotten Spielberg film that still has many wonders to offer, telling a great love story from beyond the grave…

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