Continental Divide
Continental Divide

Continental Divide

1981Movie103 minEnglish

A hard-nosed Chicago journalist has an unlikely love affair with an eagle researcher.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users76%
Director: Michael AptedGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A cynical, big-city columnist is sent to the remote Rocky Mountains to interview a fiercely independent bird sanctuary owner. Despite their vastly different lifestyles and initial clashes, an unexpected romance blossoms between them. Their budding relationship is tested by the harsh wilderness and the columnist's difficult adjustment to a life far removed from his urban comforts.

Critical Reception

Continental Divide received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised the chemistry between the leads and the charming premise, though some found the plot predictable or the tone uneven. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its romantic elements and John Belushi's departure from his typical comedic roles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the likable performances of John Belushi and Blair Brown.
  • Appreciated for its gentle humor and romantic storyline.
  • Criticized by some for a lack of significant dramatic tension or a predictable narrative.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film, highlighting the charming romance and the performances of the lead actors. Many found it to be a pleasant and heartwarming movie, with some noting it as a nice change of pace for John Belushi.

Fun Fact

John Belushi, primarily known for his outrageous comedic roles, took this more dramatic and romantic part as a serious career move, aiming to showcase his versatility as an actor.

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This is not a comedy; it's a drama-romance with amusing touches RELEASED IN 1981 and directed by Michael Apted, "Continental Divide" stars John Belushi as Ernie Souchak, a popular Chicago columnist, whose controversial reporting compel...