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Turn the River (Widescreen) (2007)

Starring: Jaymie Dornan, Rip Torn Rating: R (Restricted) Format: DVD
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Jaymie Dornan, Rip Torn, Matt Ross, Chris Eigeman
  • Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DVD, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: R (Restricted)
  • Studio: Screen Media
  • DVD Release Date: July 22, 2008
  • Run Time: 92 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00195FUEG
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #65,085 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)
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When a pool shark (Famke Janssen) is desperate to escape her haunted past and ex-husband, she hatches a dangerous plot and is forced to take the ultimate gamble. Award-winning and critically acclaimed, Turn the River is edgy and suspenseful with stakes that have never been higher.

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars For the Famke fans and/or pool players only..., July 25, 2008
I was interested in seeing this since the film made the distributor posters like the mainstream movie artwork (listed as the number two title this week behind 21), plus it was given a must-see from the indie blurbs in the pre-booking literature.

Famke leads a first-time director and recognizable supporting cast in Rip Torn, Lois Smith and Terry Kinney in what is essentially a pool playing/gambling film. Rip plays a pool hall owner that helps a vice-laden mother (Famke) earn volumes of money through setting matches. Her estranged son since birth, played convincingly by Jaymie Dornan, writes letters to her and secretly meets with her in hopes of establishing any kind of relationship. In the course of their writings Famke determines that her son should be with her instead of his over-bearing father. She formulates a plan to hustle a large chunk of money and flee the Country with him.

The film is primarily about a mother-son relationship, but in a very strained way as no real back story is given. The film takes place in NYC, but that never seems to play a role either, so that leaves the biggest fans of this piece being the avid pool players. There are a variety of games and incredible shots played out, but the film is only held together by Famke's very convincing portrayal. That of a mom wanting to be with her son, yet creating a way to escape her unending circle of gambling to pay the bills.

Some of the complaints I hear are the slow pace, unfilled story lines, choppy text and ambiguous yet poorly played ending. The strengths have been the string music used throughout, Famke, and the awesome pool shots. Listening to the commentary was unrewarding as Famke talks very little, but the only other DVD special feature is worth the visit. It shows the 4-bank shot Famke makes in the film was a first take. All of the mistakes made in writing the film and actually shooting it (as the director lists them) are apparent and detract from what could have been a much better film.

Not one I would recommend for a competent story film, but definitely a nod for the pool players as some of the matches go on forever; provides for some great cue work.
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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Embarrassing...and a waste of good talent.., July 27, 2008
Famke Janssen.
Rip Torn.
Great character actors.
It's all here with the exception of a decent denouement.
Decent! Say rather proper.
You don't titilate the audience with a good storyline and then pull out the rug. For no viable reason.
The last minutes of this production are so silly and dumb that it borders on the ridiculous. If you listen to the Director Commentary it becomes even more mundane and foolish.
A bad shot for cinematic entertainment.
Judge for yourself.
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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars "Is She Right?"~ Hustling, Motherhood And A Desperate Act Of Love, August 2, 2008
I had never heard of this film before spotting the DVD cover on my local video rental establishment. There is was, Famke Janssen. Those expressive, wide open eyes, long black hair and drop dead gorgeous face staring at me as she stretched across the pool table. Needless to say that was more than enough encouragement to convince me that this would be a worthy rental.

Synopsis: The film I'm talking about is the '07 release `Turn the River', a tale of one wronged woman's struggle to reclaim her son from his abusive Father. In desperation she devises a plan to raise the needed cash via her impressive talent from playing cards and pool and escape with him across the U.S./Canadian border.

Critique: Famke is excellent in this film and displays more range and versatility than I had previously given her credit for, although in keeping with the role her natural beauty is never utilized. The cinematography was also a little too dark, many sequences taking place in a dimly lit pool hall, at night, or in a semi-light room. It was just a little too drab for my tastes. The ending was also a little too abrupt and disappointing. There's definitely no happy ending in this one.

Worth a watch, especially if you're a Famke Janssen fan.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Fonzi Famke
This is one of best low-key movies I've seen. Usually movies like this become a sentimental wreck, but Famke Janssen is just too cool for school. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Flitcraft

4.0 out of 5 stars A startling performance can go a long, long way...
I'm so happy I could cry.

Finally, a performance that is worthy to carry the name of Famke Janssen. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Andrew Ellington

2.0 out of 5 stars What does the title mean?
After watching this somewhat silly mess, I still have no idea what the title means. Aside from Rip Torn as the grizzled pool hall owner with a heart of gold, the rest of this is... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Bradley F. Smith

4.0 out of 5 stars take it as is, and enjoy.
i must be one of the few who actually thought this was a noble effort for first time director Eigeman. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Eagle Beak

3.0 out of 5 stars Turn the River
Great acting. Awesome pool shots. Depressing and disconnected storyline.
Illogical ending that punished the audience and the main character. Read more
Published 14 months ago by George A. Stampoulos

1.0 out of 5 stars Good potential, terrible ending
Don't waste your money. This film wasn't developed enough (it's only 92 minutes, that's about the length of a children's cartoon movie), and so none of it makes any sense when it... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Diane Yoder

4.0 out of 5 stars Falls short but Janssen gets the four stars
I probably have the same complaints as everyone who have seen this movie. The storyline is choppy and not well developed. Read more
Published 15 months ago by E. Laway

4.0 out of 5 stars Slow sad tune sung very blue
A well acted film about systematic injustice in the parental rights area.
A mother is oppressed by her in-laws;
no visitation rights with her son. Read more
Published 16 months ago by R. Bagula

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