80
TNT RoughCut by Christopher Brandon
Moore and Fiennes both give impassioned, sexy performances.
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88
Christian Science Monitor by David Sterritt
Splendid acting helps Jordan achieve most of his goals, although some may find the romantic and religious elements an uneasy mixture.
90
A faithful adaptation that captures the haunting spirit and religious nature of the 1951 novel.
50
Dallas Observer by Gregory Weinkauf
Satisfying in its setup and execution, and the Catholic guilt streaked through its dank, rainy atmosphere serves it well. Nonetheless, the story's subtleties in this version are often outweighed by melodrama, sometimes verging on sap.
63
The immaculately crafted film that just sits there and refuses to come to life.
70
TV Guide Magazine by Maitland McDonagh
Rests on three excellent performances, of which the most difficult is Stephen Rea's.
50
Austin Chronicle by Marjorie Baumgarten
Ultimately feels like a movie whose heart is in the right place, even though someone neglected to flip the 'On' switch.
50
This is the kind of movie in which even the sex scenes are soulless.
91
Portland Oregonian by Shawn Levy
A gripping account of grown-up sensuality, obsession, loss and hope.
67
Seattle Post-Intelligencer by William Arnold
An engaging but essentially routine tragic romance.