A Century's Dream
A Century's Dream

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A Century's Dream

1998
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Mandarin

Story of the Three Gorges dam project on the Yangtze River.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: Michael AptedGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

Based on the true story of a young Scottish immigrant in America, this film chronicles his rise from poverty to immense wealth and influence through sheer determination and shrewd business dealings. It follows his journey through the tumultuous early 20th century, highlighting his personal sacrifices and the complex relationships he forged along the way. The narrative explores themes of ambition, family, and the American Dream.

Critical Reception

A Century's Dream received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While many praised the performances, particularly from the lead actors, and the film's ambitious scope in depicting a sweeping historical narrative, some found the pacing to be uneven and the story occasionally sentimental. Audiences generally responded well to the inspirational elements and the historical backdrop.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances and a compelling historical backdrop.

  • Criticized for a sometimes slow pace and sentimental tone.

  • Seen as an earnest if somewhat conventional portrayal of the American Dream.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's inspiring story of overcoming adversity and the strong acting, though some felt the narrative could have been more engaging.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the novel 'The Rich Man' by Thomas Bell, which was itself inspired by the life of industrialist Andrew Carnegie.

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