| | | A young man. An older woman. Her ex-husband. Things are about to explode...
Features: DVD, Aspect Ratio 2.35:1, Dolby Digital (5.1), French, Dubbed & Subtitled, Spanish, Subtitled
Nominated for 5 Academy Awards including Best Picture (2001), this universally acclaimed film features Academy Award-winners Sissy Spacek (Best Actress, Coal Miner's Daughter, 1980) and Marisa Tomei (Best Supporting Actress, My Cousin Vinnie, 1992), and Academy Award-nominee Tom Wilkinson (Best Actor, In The Bedroom, 2001). When young Frank Fowler (Nick Stahl) becomes romantically involved with an older single mother (Tomei), his parents (Spacek and Wilkinson) are concerned. But when the relationship takes a sudden and tragic turn, the Fowlers are forced to confront the harsh reality of their situation and the inescapable consequences of their actions. An uncommonly suspenseful and disturbing film powered by a remarkable cast, In The Bedroom has been hailed by critics everywhere as one of the year's finest motion pictures.
"...one of Ms. Spacek's greatest performances." Stephen Holden, The New York Times
"The best picure of the year." The Wall Street Journal
"...a powerful piece of work." Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper
"...intense, superbly acted..." Neil Smith, BBCi
"...brilliant, lyrical, sensitive, literate and heartbreaking..." Rex Reed, New York Observer
"Must-see viewing..." Lou Lumenick, New York Post
"An unadorned, unflinching film about fierce and terrifying passions..." Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times
Editor's Note
Todd Field's IN THE BEDROOM is an artistic and realistic portrait of domestic trouble in small-town America. Sissy Spacek and Tom Wilkinson star as Ruth and Matt Fowler, the parents of a recent high school graduate, Frank (Nick Stahl), who has an affair with a married woman, Natalie (Marisa Tomei). A tragic event near the beginning of the film seems to stunt its action and dialogue, allowing the film to change into a largely visual piece based on memories, feelings, and silent communication; while the film's slow-moving camera, soft sunny lighting, and cautious pacing give it a resonating intensity. Set in coastal Maine, the Fowlers are a well-liked family with simple, straightforward values. Dr. Fowler has his own small medical practice. Mrs. Fowler directs the chorus at the high school. Frank is a good kid who is working on the fishing docks for the summer, waiting for college in the fall. Frank falls into a summer romance with Natalie, an older woman with two young sons and a creepy, lurking husband (William Mapother) from whom she is separated. The relationship is worrisome to Mr. and Mrs. Fowler, but they want to be supportive of their son so they gently nudge him to think about the bigger picture, without being overbearing. But when the unthinkable happens, Mr. and Mrs. Fowler come face to face with their worst nightmare. Quietly, calmly, and with the most logic they can muster, they begin a dark and dangerous psychological journey. The result, reinforced by stunning performances from Wilkinson and Spacek, is a pensive, penetrating, and utterly believable story.
| Features | Audio: English, French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround | | Interactive Menus | | Scene Access | | Widescreen Version Enhanced For 16x9 TVs | | Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround | | Subtitles: French, Spanish |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: Buena Vista |
| Release Date: 1/4/2005 |
| Running Time: 130 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 2001 | | Catalog ID: 2606503 | | UPC: 00786936180817 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English, French Dubbed | | Available Subtitles: French, Spanish | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Anamorphic Widescreen 2.35:1 |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
Oscar (2002) | | | Tom Wilkinson, Nominee, Best Actor | | | Sissy Spacek, Nominee, Best Actress | | | Marisa Tomei, Nominee, Best Supporting Actress | | | Robert Festinger, Todd Field, Nominee, Best Writing, Screenplay Based On Previously Produced Or Published Material | |
Golden Globe (2002) |  | Sissy Spacek, Winner, Best Performance By An Actress In A Motion Picture-Drama | | | Marisa Tomei, Nominee, Best Supporting Actress In A Motion Picture | |
Independent Spirit (2002) | | Sissy Spacek, Winner, Best Female Lead | | Todd Field, Winner, Best First Feature | | Tom Wilkinson, Winner, Best Male Lead | | | Robert Festinger, Todd Field, Nominee, Best Screenplay |
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| | Professional Reviews | Movieline's Hollywood Life
"...An extraordinary achievement in the genre, meticulously conceived and executed..." 10/01/2001 p.62-3Film Comment
"...Remarkable....IN THE BEDROOM is a film we desperately need right now..." 11/01/2001 p.73 Entertainment Weekly
"...Wilkinson underplays as admirably as Spacek does....It's also enhanced by a surprisingly earthy performance from Tomei..." 11/30/2001 p.60 New York Times
"...When a film as profoundly quiet as IN THE BEDROOM comes along, it feels almost miraculous....[A] perfectly observed, wrenchingly acted drama..." 11/23/2001 p.E25 Los Angeles Times
"...Tom Wilkinson is very good....Spacek is extraordinary..." 01/01/2002 p.44-5 Rolling Stone
"...IN THE BEDROOM is an uncommonly good movie -- a thriller that transcends thrills to become a heartfelt and heart-stopping personal drama..." 12/06/2001 p.155-6 Chicago Bulletin
"...One of the best dramas of 2001....An assured, powerful directing debut..." 04/07/2002 p.5 Rolling Stone 9 of 10
...an uncommonly good movie--a thriller that transcends thrills to become a heartfelt and heart-stopping personal drama. Oscar would be a fool not to salute the career-crowning performances of Sissy Spacek and Tom Wilkinson... - Peter Travers
Chicago Sun-Times 9 of 10
...There are scenes as true as movies can make them, and even when the story develops thriller elements, they are redeemed, because the movie isn't about what happens, but about why... [it] is one of the best-directed films this year... Every performance has perfect tone... - Roger Ebert
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| Customer Reviews | ![]() | | Cinematography |  4.5 | | Plot |  3 | | Acting |  3.5 | | Overall Satisfaction | 3.5 |
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5 of 5 Film making at its best! Monday, May 12, 2003
A Viewer from Minneapolis, MN
Every scene, every movement skillfully captured to give the viewer an insight into the heart and soul of every character. A telling glance, a hand movement that makes you wonder. This movie is not for those who want to avoid seeing deep into the pyche' of the human condition. Pay attention and you will witness a magnificently well told story. Was this review helpful?  
5 of 5 Superb examination of grief Tuesday, April 29, 2003
zoeller from Louisville, KY
I loved this movie up until the last 20 minutes or so. Too many movies let violence go without consequence. In this movie, we see the pain, the real loss victims of violent crimes must endure. My only problem with the movie was that it seemed to reward vengeance. It would have been better served leaving that aspect out. Was this review helpful?
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1 of 5 this movie stinks! Thursday, February 06, 2003
beth from cleveland
I cannot believe the buzz that this movie created. each and every one of these actors were unbelievable, (save maybe sean penn), characters were poorly developed, and the basic theme was thin. It was the kind of movie that was made to LOOK deep and emotional, but not one single person was able to draw any empathy from me. I couldn't even believe how bored I was throughout. I am ashamed at how the director and actors publicized this movie as something spectacular when it sucked so much! Was this review helpful?
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