Review of The Trip to Bountiful (1985) by Dave J — 06 Dec 2016

Geraldine Page gives the performance of a lifetime! She's exquisite!

This review of The Trip to Bountiful (1985) was written by Dave J on 06 Dec 2016.

The Trip to Bountiful has generally received very positive reviews.

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By John S (2,711) on 20 Jan 2008

Geraldine Page's best work ever. This is a heart breaking story about an elderly woman's journey back to her hometown named Bountiful…

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By Margaret S (103) on 09 Nov 2007

Great performance by Geraldine Page in the kind of movie I wish was still produced. Sweet story and some great cinematography…

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By Payton K (3) on 06 Apr 2008

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