Legends of the Fall

Director Edward Zwick's epic romance, set against the backdrop of WWI and the wide sky and rugged terrain of Montana, stars Anthony Hopkins as William Ludlow, an idealistic retired colonel who disapproves of the war and the army's indecent treatment of Native Americans. Abandoned by his blue-blooded wife, Ludlow raises his three sons in the remote foothills of Montana with the help of Native American friends. Before the war, Samuel (Henry Thomas) brings home his fianc�e from the East Coast, Susannah (Julia Ormond), a stunning beauty who can ride, rope, and hunt like the Ludlow boys. When the war breaks out, Samuel, the youngest and most idealistic son, enlists in the army. Brothers Alfred (Aidan Quinn) and Tristan (Brad Pitt) follow suit, more as protectors than as cohorts. Despite their best efforts, however, Samuel dies in battle. Upon returning home, Tristan becomes involved with Susannah, who is devastated by her loss but profoundly attracted to the brooding brother. However, tormented by his inability to save his little brother's life, Tristan abandons her and sets out on a long journey of self-discovery. During his absence, Alfred reveals his own passion for Susannah. Although she does not reciprocate his feelings, Susannah--who has despaired of ever seeing Tristan again--agrees to become his wife. Ultimately, Tristan does return, setting off a dangerous conflict between the brothers.

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Year - Presenter		Award Category		Result		Name
1994 - Academy Awards		Best Cinematography		Winner		John Toll

"...Stunning cinematography and a star-making turn from [Ormond]..." -- Josh Rottenberg , (Premiere)

"...Gorgeous....[Pitt] proves himself a bona fide movie star, stealing every scene he's in..." -- Peter Travers , (Rolling Stone)

"...Pitt's diffident mix of acting and attitude works to such heartthrob perfection....Gripping material and good actors..." -- Janet Maslin , (New York Times)

"....[Featuring] an epic performance from Brad Pitt..." -- Ben Thompson , (Sight and Sound)

"...Pitt is perfectly casts in a traditional heartthrob way....Zwick orchestrates everything with welcome gusto..." -- Kenneth Turan , (Los Angeles Times)

"...The movie is a showcase for acting, and in addition to Ormond and Hopkins, it also shows how strong Aidan Quinn and Brad Pitt are..." -- Roger Ebert , (Chicago Sun-Times)

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