Little Women
Little Women

Little Women

2019Movie135 minEnglish

Four sisters come of age in America in the aftermath of the Civil War.

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic88
Google Users87%
Director: Greta GerwigGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In post-Civil War America, Jo March, an aspiring writer, recounts the lives of herself and her three sisters. The film chronicles their individual journeys through adolescence into womanhood, exploring themes of ambition, love, societal expectations, and sisterhood. Each sister grapples with her own dreams and desires, navigating the challenges and joys of family life and personal growth.

Critical Reception

Greta Gerwig's adaptation of "Little Women" was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike for its fresh perspective, strong performances, and faithful yet innovative storytelling. It was praised for its contemporary feel and Gerwig's masterful direction, resonating with viewers for its heartfelt portrayal of sisterhood and female independence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, contemporary dialogue and nuanced character development.
  • Lauded for Greta Gerwig's confident and inventive direction.
  • The performances, particularly from the lead actresses, were a significant highlight.

Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly enjoyed "Little Women (2019)", appreciating its beautiful cinematography, strong emotional core, and excellent acting. Many found it to be an inspiring and relatable adaptation that captured the spirit of the original novel while offering a modern sensibility.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Saoirse Ronan. Won Best Costume Design. Nominated for 2 Golden Globe Awards and 3 BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The cast underwent a "Little Women" boot camp, learning historical skills like needlepoint, dancing, and playing instruments, to immerse themselves in the 19th-century setting.

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7 reviews
r96sk

r96sk

Just a really great movie! I didn't know anything about the original Louisa May Alcott novel and haven't seen any of the other six (!) film adaptations. 2019's <em>'Little Women'</em> evidently makes for the perfect introduction to this ...
GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

It's Little Women... with "modern sensibilities" and that should be enough of a warning... which is odd given that the novel, and even the 1994 movie both had feminist ideals. But then they weren't made for "modern audiences," so they have...
beyondthecineramadome

beyondthecineram...

Full review: <a>https://www.tinakakadelis.com/beyond-the-cinerama-dome/2021/12/28/great-or-nothing-little-women-2019-review<a> Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s timeless novel, _Little Women_, feels like coming home. It’s ...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free reviews, please follow my blog @ https://www.msbreviews.com The 92nd Academy Awards are presented this Sunday, and Little Women is part of the few 2019 releases that are only now (2020) being shown i...
Gimly

Gimly

Guess 2019's just the year for Florence Pugh to be in critically acclaimed and letterboxd beloved movies that I just genuinely didn't care for much. _Final rating:★★ - Definitely not for me, but I sort of get the appeal._
Luis_989

Luis_989

Opinions are opinions. Subjective or objective, but I find quite interesting the positive response Greta Gerwig's second feature film has received, considering the so self-complacent film she created. I personally believe that. Do not c...
SWITCH.

SWITCH.

I’m not discounting the new approached Greta has taken here. I personally think it’s great and, in 2019, definitely poignant but it also shows too much respect for only one on-screen woman. I can’t help but feel that, while serving one gran...