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Dec 26, 2010 · The Way Back – review. Slavomir Rawicz never actually made the epic trek described in his classic book The Long Walk, but Peter Weir's movie version is utterly convincing.
Still, as it stands, "The Way Back" is still an epic adventure; an inspiring, sometimes funny, and often intense and harrowing experience that also proves that Peter Weir is still an ambitious tour-de-force filmmaker. Overall rating: 77/100. 110 out of 134 found this helpful.
Jan 21, 2011 · 8/10. Epic Survival Tale. This is a film for people who appreciate epic landscapes and survivor stories. It has some engaging characters but not brilliant dialogue or complicated characters. Mostly, it is a visual film, displaying the vulnerability of a few people in a harsh, vast, beautiful landscape.
- (120K)
- Adventure, Drama, History
- Peter Weir
- 2011-01-21
The Way Back received generally positive reviews. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports a 74% approval rating based on 139 reviews, with an average rating of 6.88/10. The critics consensus is: "It isn't as emotionally involving as it should be, but this Peter Weir epic offers sweeping ambition and strong performances to go with its grand ...
- $30 million
Sep 8, 2010 · By Peter Debruge. After nearly a seven-year absence, director Peter Weir makes his long-awaited return with “ The Way Back,” an impressive but not especially immersive true story of four POWs...
Mar 4, 2020 · Criticism. Movies. ‘The Way Back’ Review: Ben Affleck Is at His Best in Sad and Sobering Basketball Drama. Affleck's underplayed performance as an alcoholic basketball coach might be the most...
Jan 20, 2011 · Film Reviews. The Way Back. Deep into The Way Back, Peter Weir’s first film since 2003’s Master And Commander, a drifter (Saoirse Ronan) corners … By. Nathan Rabin. Published January...
