The character of Norman Maclean is portrayed by Craig Sheffer, while Paul is played by Brad Pitt. The Maclean brothers grow up in the Rocky Mountain areas, with the story set in the early 1900s from the Depression-era to World War I. All A River Runs Through It locations are as close to the real ones in the book and are based around Montana and Wyoming. The storyline follows the upbringing, values, morals, and ethical codes set by their devout father, the Reverend of a Presbyterian Church, and their religious mother. The movie is based on a semi-autobiography by Norman Maclean about his life growing up with his younger brother Paul Maclean in Missoula, Montana. Livingston, Bozeman, Missoula, Montana, Jackson, WyomingĪrchitectural, American, Cabins, House, NatureScapes, Automotive, Bars, Jails, Religious, Colleges, WarehousesĪmericana, Boat Style, Classic Car, Classic Truck, Dated, Old Hollywood, RusticĪ River Runs Through It is an American drama made in 1992 by Robert Redford.
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This guy is supposed to teach history at the college level. And I think that's what McKenna was hoping to deliver. I was hoping for a fun, quirky guide through little-known historical events. I feel like writing this in full sentences is too respectful for this book. Her salacious, thoroughly mysterious characters bear the qualities we all crave in a thriller - seductive, seemingly unknowable, and altogether unpredictable.' 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