A River Runs Through It vs The Forge
The Forge has the higher audience score (8.3/10 against 7/10 for A River Runs Through It). A River Runs Through It is the older of the two (1992 against 2024). Both are drama, family movies, so they suit a similar mood.
A River Runs Through It
The Forge| A River Runs Through It | The Forge | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.0/10 | ★ 8.3/10 |
| Year | 1992 | 2024 |
| Length | 2h 3m | 2h 3m |
| Genres | Drama, Family | Drama, Family |
| Country | United Kingdom | – |
| Director | Robert Redford | Alex Kendrick |
| Main cast | Brenda Blethyn, Michael Cudlitz, Brad Pitt, Craig Sheffer, Joseph Gordon-Levitt | Benjamin Charles Watson, Ken Bevel, T.C. Stallings, Priscilla C. Shirer, Aspen Kennedy Wilson |
Synopsis
A River Runs Through It
The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend college, leaving his rebellious brother to find trouble back home. When Norman finally returns, the siblings resume their fishing outings, and assess where they've been and where they're going.
The Forge
19 year old Isaiah Wright lives for basketball and video games. A year out of high school, he has no job, no plans, and no idea how to be a man. At odds with his single mother Cynthia, Isaiah is given an ultimatum – to step up or move out. Feeling the pull from his friends and the push from his mom, Isaiah is hired by Moore Fitness, unaware of how the owner will personally impact his life. With the prayers of his mother and unexpected guidance…
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