A Map of the World
A Map of the World

A Map of the World

1999Movie125 minEnglish

School nurse Alice Goodwin lives with her husband and two daughters on a dairy farm in a small Wisconsin community. After an accident on her property involving a friend's child, the town turns against her and Alice finds herself fighting charges of child abuse.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Scott HicksGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A suburban mother's life takes an unexpected turn when a free-spirited woman enters her family's life. Her world is further shattered by a terrible event, forcing her to confront her own beliefs and the nature of love and forgiveness. The film explores themes of infidelity, motherhood, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Critical Reception

A Map of the World received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its strong performances, particularly from Sigourney Weaver and Julianne Moore. The film was commended for its sensitive exploration of complex emotional themes and its poignant portrayal of human relationships. While not a commercial blockbuster, it resonated with audiences for its thoughtful narrative and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for powerful performances by its lead actresses.
  • Commended for its sensitive and nuanced exploration of difficult themes.
  • Seen as a thoughtful and emotionally resonant drama.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional depth and the strong acting, finding it to be a well-made and moving drama. Some viewers found the plot to be predictable, but most agreed that the performances elevated the material.

Awards & Accolades

Sigourney Weaver received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for her role in the film.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Jane Hamilton, which was a finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction in 1994.

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