Customer Reviews
The Straight Story 
2008-02-08
We really enjoyed this movie. Granted,it is a slow moving story (unlike a Die Hard flick) however, take time, sit back, relax and you will find the gold nuggets all through the film. And remember, this is true!
A G-rated, Disney film from David Lynch?! Not a problem... 2008-02-03
This has got to be one of the most powerful stories of forgiveness that I have ever seen. Richard Farnsworth was an amazing actor, and it is sad that the Academy pretty much never acknowledged his existance. Here, he becomes his character through and through.
This is the true story of Alvin Straight, who finds out that his brother isn't doing so well. The thing is, Alvin and his brother had a falling out years ago, and they haven't spoken since. So, being an old man who shouldn't exactly be behind the wheel of a car, he drives miles and miles to his brother's home on a riding lawnmower. Along the way, he meets many people from different walks of life.
This is a slow and meditative film, but it is one of the best that I have ever seen, and one of David Lynch's best. The man can do anything! I'd love to see Lynch do more drama.
All in all, this is a work of art, and a testament to Richard Farnsworth's tremendous acting abilities. He will be missed.
A Beautiful Film 2008-01-27
I found this to be a rare film, free of profanity and sex, depicting a life and an age to which I can relate, as I am 74. This film, besides showing some beautiful scenic views of the midwest farmland, also gives us a glimpse into the mind of an old man (played by Richard Farnsworth) in his final years of life going to make peace with his brother who lives in another state and tells of the good and decent things of America he finds on the way. A beautiful and unforgetable film. Of all the films I have purchased from Amazon, I consider this film to be one of the best.
The Straight Story 2008-01-01
This is one of the best movies I've ever seen. Richard Farnsworth at his best, wonderful humanistic story. Badalamenti's haunting music.
The Straight Story - Heart Warming 2007-12-13
Slow paced with kindness, grace, warmth and caring seen throughout the movie. Reminds me of a time in life that is sadly forever gone.
a rewarding film 2008-06-11
this film is for those who enjoy having time slowed down to a crawl.if you're hyper-active or simply have been intergrated into the Americanized form of cut-a-second entertainment,you will die of boredom if you watch this.story,acting,directing,score,and location are all top-notch;if you allow yourself to get lost in your lack of ritalin or fail to notice the beauty of subtle,small-town life you'll fall asleep or turn it off because "nothing's happening"(the neo-Americanized aspects of small-towns was left out so as not to interfere with the chilled atmosphere).something's happening in this seemingly-small film,and it's big:this is lynch's statement about our continued disconnection with ourselves/environment due to industrialization.it's also his way of telling us that 1950's lifestyles are still alive and are not extinct as they are in the cities.very cool.
Something different 2008-06-07
David Lynch is an auteur known for such strange and brilliant films as "Mulholland Drive" and "Blue Velvet". "The Straight Story" is warm, tender, and normal. Further proof of the genius that is David Lynch.
POOR AUDIO 
2008-04-29
We purchased three videos to be given to friends and the sound quality, unless the camera is close to the subject, cannot be heard. I am very sorry I purchased the videos.
boring waste of time 2008-03-07
this is the most boring slow moving movie i've ever watched. it's like if i was watching paint drying or grass growing for 2 hours! avoid like the plauge!
Much Better Than Into The Wild 2008-03-06
This movie is awesome. Very moving. An excellent work of art. The movie has a great feeling and makes a great point about forgiveness and family. I enjoyed this movie and the story so much more than Into The Wild, which is a similar movie. The difference is that the main character in this movie is selfless and loving. This movie will stay with you and teaches some great lessons about life, family and love. It's one of the best films I have ever seen.
