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Carried Away
Based on Jim Harrison's book, "Farmer". 47-year-old Joseph Svenden lives on the family farm with his dying mother and teaches at a two room schoolhouse with Rosealee, his lover and his best friend's widow. Joseph, who lacks a college degree, learns that he will lose his teaching job at the end of the year when the school district expands into his town. Meanwhile, he is seduced by 17-year-old Catherine, a new student in his class. His affair with Catherine and losing his teaching job forces Joseph to take a look at his previously dull life and to decide how he wants to live the rest of it.
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Plot Summary
In a small town, a reclusive and haunted folk singer named Paul is unexpectedly drawn into a passionate and tumultuous affair with Catherine, a married woman. Their relationship becomes a dangerous obsession, forcing Paul to confront his past demons and Catherine to question her life choices. The intense connection between them threatens to consume their lives and shatter the fragile peace of their community.
Critical Reception
Carried Away received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the film's premise intriguing but ultimately failing to deliver a compelling narrative. Performances were generally seen as a mixed bag, with some praise for the leads but criticism for the overall execution.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a steamy, dramatic romance but often feels melodramatic and predictable.
While the premise of forbidden love and underlying darkness is present, its execution lacks depth.
The performances are uneven, with some viewers finding the leads unconvincing in their intense connection.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Carried Away are largely absent or unquantifiable due to its limited release and reception.
Fun Fact
Although released in 1996, "Carried Away" had a limited theatrical run and is less widely known compared to other films of its genre and era.
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