The Bostonians Critic Reviews

Metascore®:

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Based upon 5 Critic Reviews
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Boston Globe | Michael BlowenAdd Critic to Favorites

The filmmaking team of director James Ivory, screenwriter Ruth Prawer Jhabvala and producer Ismail Merchant, remained loyal to James, assembled a brilliant cast and created one of the best films of the year. [10 Aug 1984]Read the full review

The New York Times | Janet MaslinAdd Critic to Favorites

The moral ambiguity of James's novel has been skillfully captured in the film, as has its remarkable modernity.Read the full review

Wall Street Journal | Julie SalamonAdd Critic to Favorites

By the end there isn't anyone to cheer for, except the makers of this thoughtful and absorbing piece of work. [02 Aug 1984]Read the full review

Variety | Staff (Not Credited)Add Critic to Favorites

This is a classy adaptation of a Henry James novel.Read the full review

Chicago Sun-Times | Roger EbertAdd Critic to Favorites

Intelligent and subtle.Read the full review

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