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Sommersby (1993)

"She knew his face. His touch. His voice. She knew everything about him ... But the truth."

6.319931h 49mEN
DramaThrillerMysteryRomance

Directed by Jon Amiel

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 49m

Language

EN

Release

February 5, 1993

Director

Jon Amiel

Official Trailer

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Overview

Set in the South just after the US Civil War, Laurel Sommersby is just managing to work the farm without her husband, believed killed in battle. By all accounts, Jack Sommersby was not a pleasant man, thus when he suddenly returns, Laurel has mixed emotions. It appears that Jack has changed a great ...

Cast

Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster

Laurel Sommersby

Richard Gere

Richard Gere

John Robert Sommersby / Horace Townsend

Bill Pullman

Bill Pullman

Orin Meecham

James Earl Jones

James Earl Jones

Judge Barry Conrad Issacs

Lanny Flaherty

Lanny Flaherty

Buck

William Windom

William Windom

Reverend Powell

Wendell Wellman

Wendell Wellman

Travis

Brett Kelley

Brett Kelley

Little Rob

Clarice Taylor

Clarice Taylor

Esther

Frankie Faison

Frankie Faison

Joseph

R. Lee Ermey

R. Lee Ermey

Dick Mead

Richard Hamilton

Richard Hamilton

Doc Evans

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Sommersby (1993), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Set in the South just after the US Civil War, Laurel Sommersby is just managing to work the farm without her husband, believed killed in battle. By all accounts, Jack Sommersby was not a pleasant man, thus when he suddenly returns, Laurel has mixed emotions. It appears that Jack has changed a great deal, leading some people to believe that this is not actually Jack but an imposter. Laurel herself is unsure, but willing to take the man into her home, and perhaps later into her heart.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Sommersby. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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