This is my all-time favorite movie! It is a beautiful romantic story. The acting was magnificent.

This is one of my favourite shows. I was in tears in the first ten minutes and yet I have seen it four times before. They are class actors. The car scene towards the end is a classic.

(CASTELLANO) Hay películas que trascienden la pantalla, historias que, sin necesidad de grandes artificios, se quedan contigo mucho después de haberlas visto. Los puentes de Madison es una de ellas. Bajo la dirección de Clint Eastwood, este drama romántico es una obra de emociones contenidas, miradas que dicen más que mil palabras y decisiones que pueden cambiar una vida. La historia de Francesca y Robert es tan sencilla como conmovedora. No hay giros forzados ni trucos de guion, solo el peso de un amor que llega cuando menos se espera, pero que resulta imposible de ignorar. Meryl Streep deslumbra con una interpretación llena de matices, construyendo a Francesca con una ternura y una profundidad emocional que desarman. Eastwood, por su parte, deja a un lado su imagen de tipo duro y nos entrega a un Robert contenido, melancólico, un hombre que entiende lo efímero del tiempo y la importancia de cada instante. Lo más impactante de la película no está en lo que se dice, sino en lo que se calla. Cada silencio, cada gesto, cada duda, construyen una tensión emocional que hace que esta historia sea aún más real. La escena bajo la lluvia, con esa mano indecisa sobre la manilla de la puerta, encapsula toda la esencia de Los puentes de Madison y su dilema central. Pocos romances en el cine han conseguido transmitir tanto con tan poco. No es solo una historia de amor, sino un retrato de las decisiones que nos marcan, de los caminos no tomados y de la lucha entre el deber y el deseo. Ahí radica su grandeza. Una película que, lejos de perderse en el tiempo, sigue conmoviendo con la misma intensidad que el día de su estreno. (ENGLISH) There are films that transcend the screen, stories that, without needing grand flourishes, stay with you long after watching them. The Bridges of Madison County is one of those. Under Clint Eastwood’s direction, this romantic drama becomes a masterpiece of restrained emotions, glances that say more than a thousand words, and decisions that can change a life. The story of Francesca and Robert is as simple as it is moving. There are no forced twists or scripted tricks, just the weight of a love that arrives unexpectedly but becomes impossible to ignore. Meryl Streep shines with a nuanced performance, crafting Francesca with a tenderness and emotional depth that are disarming. Eastwood, on the other hand, steps away from his tough-guy persona to deliver a Robert who is reserved, melancholic, and deeply aware of the fleeting nature of time and the significance of every moment. The most powerful moments of the film are not in what is said, but in what remains unspoken. Every silence, every glance, every hesitation builds an emotional tension that makes this love story feel even more real. The scene in the rain, with that hesitant hand on the door handle, encapsulates everything The Bridges of Madison County is about and the heart-wrenching choice at its core. Few love stories in cinema have managed to convey so much with so little. This is not just a romance; it is a reflection on the decisions that shape us, the roads not taken, and the battle between duty and desire. That is where its greatness lies. A film that, far from fading with time, continues to move audiences with the same intensity as on the day of its release.

Un clasico.. que todos deben ver, al menos una vez

And no this is NOT about Lloyd, Jeff and Beau having a big family reunion in Kentucky...No...THIS is a solid iteration of a much derided soap opera romance novel that everyone hates but everyone buys...It's one of THOSE NOVELS...But this version is lifted up by Clint Eastwood's thrifty and effective direction and Meryl Streep's outstanding performance. They wring the maximum effectiveness from this story about a photographer and a housewife having an affair while her family is away... Somehow these two together get blood from a turnip. Overall: Recommended

This is my most favourite film in the whole wide world- ever. Although I cry every time at how sad it is, I love the love story, the passion, the depth of longing, conflicted with the emotions of betrayal and what is desired & wanted over what is ‘right’. The music, the photography, the bridges are all so beautiful. The children telling the story of their mother and reading her letters to each other with the gradual change in their emotions from being angry and upset, to the realisation and acceptance that she was totally in love… just wonderful story telling. I would urge anyone to watch it. But you’ll need tissues. I’m so lucky to have this myself- just happens once in a lifetime……

As so often in Clint Eastwood films, there are great shots of landscape, an element that pleases the hiker in me. But although I like being nice and living romance, this film is too cheesy for my taste.

A slow burn story with so much sexual tension and a lot "What ifs". Don't know why but I don't buy Mr. Eastwood as a romantic. Although is a nice picture, I like it.

Clint at his unconventional best. A treat!

Beautiful film, could easily be corny but the performances from the two lead actors carry it far above that, especially Meryl Streep who is superb. I watched this at the BFI in Londons Southbank and when the film finished, everyone sat there in silence and watched the credits until the end! My only criticism is that the scenes with the two siblings in the present day are not brilliant at times and perhaps took me out of the movie a little bit too much, although they also came good in the end. The story is told from start to finish and has a slow pace that draws you in slowly, until you're fully emotionally invested by the end.

Totally loved the book and the movie , I understood how Mrs Johnson felt, life given to others, but not feeling very satisfy . I loved this movie so much I travelled from Sydney, Australia to see the covered bridges in Madison county. Clint Eastwood, is so talented he ticks all the boxes ,as does Ms Streep. I thank them for a limitless classic Mary Studdert. Sydney

I enjoyed this. Nice slow burner. Emotional and well made.

I have watched this movie many times since it was released in the 90s, and it always leaves me in a crying mess on the sofa. Meryl and Clint give performances that not only rip out heart strings but also lay out a story where no one is the villain or wins. It's a beautifully crafted movie. Clint should be very proud of this one.

Sooo slow and boring. Clint way too old for her by 20 years. Absolutely no chemistry between them. Big yawn.

A raw romantic film that portrays a couple who loves one another, but cannot continue to due to various constraints. Clint Eastwood's mellow personality in the film is a good signature acting skill that portrays the isolation he had to endure especially while working. I liked how there was a contrast where he was able to open up toward Meryl Streep's character and had his passion lit. Streep, on the other hand, showed passion, responsibility and no regret to the love she had in her heart. Liked the integration of a historical landmark, but the film could have possibly more essence of Madison County rather than just limited to the bridge or the two characters' intimate moments.

I love Clint Eastwood for his acting and his behind the scenes skills. Meryl Streep is simply outrageously good at her craft. That said, Clint was not the man for the role. He was unconvincing and frankly too old for her. He is a stud and looks the part in his T shirt on or off...but candidly, he lacked fluidity in his motions. He looked old. Beyond his physical mismatch his acting was wooden and it was almost absurd (I've watched the movie 3 times in 20 years) how poorly he acted next to Streep. Streep had great lines and her accent was terrific but it goes beyond even that, her breathing and glances and pent up frustration was so palpable. I think the ending was weak and Clint looked foolish as he turned in the middle of the road, almost hynpnoic-like; and somone might say, duh! He is a phenominal actor...I'd say, sorry, not seeing it. This is one of those rare movies - you almost never prefer a remake - but I am convinced a remake is what's needed. Clint is the man...let me emphasize that, from Dirty Harry to Gran Torino...but he simply was just borderline awful in this role...not at all believable as the person Streep's character was having intense erotic feelings about.

Clint Eastwood's emotional classic is an example of sentimental filmmaking done right, and proves that an action director can make a slow and complex drama.

based on the best-selling book by Robert James Waller Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep star as two people who begin a passionate affair when the movie starts her children are all grown-up and making peace with her recent passing going through her personal belongings both of them stumble upon her diary which she recorded everything about her encounter with the man since they met Robert Kincaid is a photographer working for National Geographic and Mrs. Francesca Johnson from Italy lives with her family in Iowa in the 1960's one day he's driving through her part of town and she decides to take a ride with him it's an unlikely connection the both of them never expected to have the children start to understand why she took this route and that deep down she always loved her family this film is very long and focuses on the entirety of the running time following these two and their day but their chemistry saves a lot from all its shortcomings not one I'll go back to anytime soon but Eastwood shows he can handle drama and complex human relationships

Like all romantic movies they are slow, predictable, and the entire movie is dependent upon the chemistry between the two lead roles and their chemistry with one another to bring a believability to the love story. Safe to say this was a believable and enjoyable love story that is relatable to people of all sexes and ages.

First up I did not read the book, but based on Rotten Tomato's high critical ratings I dove in to see two of my favorite actors. But I'll never get this time back: 1. I didn't see any story-telling value in making the wife Italian. 2. I realize people may quickly become infatuated with each other, but for the nomad photographer to invite this married Iowa farmwife to spend the rest of their lives - based on a couple of days - together was intellectually insulting. 3. On a small but irritating point, no man in 1965 was wearing his hair coiffed like Eastwood. 4. Most enjoyable for me was seeing the period-correct vehicles. A must-pass.