Newman and Joanne Woodward for "the most adventurous, most stringent performances of their careers," observing that "there is a reserve, humor and desperation in their characterizations that enrich the very self-conscious flatness of the narrative terrain around them." Rotten Tomatoes gives the film a rating of 81% from 16 reviews. Awards and nominations References External links 1990 films 1990s English-language films 1990 drama films American drama films Films directed by James Ivory Films set in Missouri Films shot in Missouri Merchant Ivory Productions films Films with screenplays by Ruth Prawer Jhabvala Films shot in Ottawa Alliance Atlantis films Films based on multiple works 1990s American films