by MGM (Video & DVD)
Sales Rank: 21158
Price: $9.98
I have watched this movie many times and each time I come away with a renewed sense of hope. We all have something in our lives to overcome and that is what this movie is about, overcoming obstacles, especially those that bring our lives to a halt and keep us in our own prisons. In fact, the most descriptive line comes from Stanley (Deniro) when Iris (Jane Fonda) remarks to him how impressed she is with his construction of a bread cooler, despite his illiteracy. In a paraphrase, his reply is that some men do crossword puzzles, others write books. This hobby is what's kept him busy in his "prison." Each of us has our own prison, whether it be due to health problems or other limitations. What we choose to do within them can determine the quality of our lives. The union of Iris and Stanley builds hope in each of their lives. Watch it and be blessed.
Viewer Reviews This is a very uplifting story that proves it's never too late! De Niro and Fonda are believable as the two co-workers who help each other and fall in love. This is a well acted well, written story with a lot of heart.
