The Bridges of Madison County (Original title)
Date: 1995 (Copyright)Country: USADirected by: Clint Eastwood
Production company billing: ©1995. Warner Bros. [opening logo] Warner Bros. Pictures - a Time Warner Entertainment company Warner Bros. presents an Amblin/Malpaso production [end] Distributed by Warner Bros. Author: Warner Bros. Dolby/DTS Colour by Technicolor [2.35:1] MPAA: 33820 Country of First Publication: United States of America
Synopsis: Based on the novel by Robert James Waller. Set in Madison County, Iowa. Tells the story of the secret romance between an Italian housewife and a professional photographer, who is on an assignment to photograph the county's Roseman and Holliwell covered bridges. Told in flashbacks from a letter found by her children years later.Synopsis: Film about a secret romance of an Italian war bride. Told in flashbacks from a letter found by her children years later.
Genre: Romance
Subjects: Photographers, Bridges
Releases
Date: 02 June 1995Country: USARelease type: unknownFormat: not specified - Colour - Technicolor - Sound - Dolby / DTS (sound)Runtime: 134 mins Dialogue (original): English
Title: Empathic Resonance and Meryl StreepAuthor: ADAMS-PRICE, Carolyn et al Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Analyses audience reaction to Meryl Streep, particularly in twelve films for which she was Oscar-nominated.
In: Radio Times v312 n4064 26 Jan 2002 Page: 47
Title: The Reel Story Behind...The Bridges of Madison County.Author: COLLINS, Andrew Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Short article about the background to the film's production.
In: Post Script v19 n3 Summer 2000 Pages: 41-57
Title: Clint Eastwood's last cowboy: The Bridges of Madison CountyAuthor: SANDERSON, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY develops themes that filmmakers and critics found in the Western genre and focuses on what the term 'cowboy' now means to us.
In: Radio Times v301 n3923 24 Apr 1999 Page: 51
Title: [Radio Times - v301 n3923 24 Apr 1999: no known title]Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Brief review.
In: TV Guide v46 n20 16 May 1998 Page: 12
Title: Streep devours part; Voight chews sceneryAuthor: SISKEL, Gene Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: The Velvet Light Trap n39 Spring 1997 Pages: 66-83
Title: "Another being we have created called us": Point of View, MeAuthor: METZ, Walter Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Analysis of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY with particular regard to spectatorship and the reception of the film by critics
In: Kosmorama n219 Summer 1997 Pages: 16-31
Title: Evergreen? Kaerlighedsmelodramaet i 90'erneAuthor: JERSLEV, Anne Article type: ArticleLanguage: Danish
Description: Looks at romance in films in the 90's, referring to THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, THE ENGLISH PATIENT and BREAKING THE WAVES.
In: Film Comment v32 n3 May/Jun 1996 Pages: 10-32
Title: Clint on the back nine: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly; old...Author: SCHICKEL, Richard Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A look at Eastwood's biography and career, roles and image, including a review of The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY with an interview with cast and crew members.
In: Empire n76 October 1995 Page: 35
Title: New filmsAuthor: ERRIGO, Angie Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Starlog n218 September 1995 Pages: 36-39
Title: Producer in the cupboardAuthor: WARREN, Bill Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Interview with producer Kathleen Kennedy about her various productions such as INDIAN IN THE CUPBOARD, JURASSIC PARK, CONGO and THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY.
In: Films in Review v46 n7/8 Sep/Oct 1995 Pages: 54-55
Title: film reviewsAuthor: PAWELCZAK, Andy Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Premiere v3 n9 October 1995 Page: 13
Title: [Premiere - v3 n9 October 1995: no known title]Author: BREALEY, Louise Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: American Cinematographer v76 n8 August 1995 Pages: 52-61
Title: A rural romance that bridges erasAuthor: PIZZELLO, Stephen Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Cinematographer Jack Green talks about his work shooting Clint Eastwood's The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, and about how he came to be a cinematographer.
In: Premiere v8 n6 February 1995 Pages: 28-29
Title: In the WorksAuthor: BERGMAN KRAUSE, Eliza Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Brief production note.
In: Literature/Film Quarterly v23 n3 1995 Page: 154,128
Title: Fixing The Bridges of Madison CountyAuthor: WELSH, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: About changes made to the novel of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY for the film.
In: Variety 22 May 1995 Page: 91&96
Title: [Variety - 22 May 1995: no known title]Author: MCCARTHY, Todd Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Score Filmmuziek Magazine n97 December 1995 Page: 18
Title: Pas verschenen& CD besprekingenAuthor: JW Article type: Soundtrack ReviewLanguage: Dutch
In: Sight and Sound v5 n9 September 1995 Pages: 26-28
Title: Cherokee to Madison CountyAuthor: MEEKER, David Article type: FilmographyLanguage: English
Description: Composer Lennie Niehaus discusses his work with Eastwood on The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY (1995) and BIRD (1988); his first meeting with Clint Eastwood in 1952; how he got into orchestrating; definitions of film music related job titles.
In: Sight and Sound v5 n9 September 1995 Page: 46
Title: ReviewsAuthor: FELPERIN, Leslie Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Premiere v8 n11 July 1995 Pages: 54-56
Title: On Location: Mr and Mrs "Bridges"Author: ROYTE, Karen Article type: Location ReportLanguage: English
Description: Residents of Winterset, Madison County, Iowa, comment on the effect of the book and film on their town.
In: Screen International n1013 23 Jun 1995 Page: 28
Title: ReviewsAuthor: SEGUIN, Denis Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Radio Times v286 n3738 9 Sep 1995 Pages: 16-17,20
Title: "If People Really Found Out About Me They'd Be Disappointed"Author: DUNCAN, Andrew Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Discusses Clint Eastwood's life and career with regard to the opening of The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
In: Film-Echo/Filmwoche n38 22 Sep 1995 Page: 16,17
Title: Brücken von Hollywood nach HamburgArticle type: ArticleLanguage: German
Description: On the German premiere screening of BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY in Hamburg
In: Screen International n970 12 Aug 1994 Page: 7
Title: Production lineArticle type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
Description: Note that Clint Eastwood may direct.
In: Screen International n971 19 Aug 1994 Page: 8
Title: Production lineArticle type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
Description: Meryl Streep to join cast and Clint Eastwood set to direct.
In: The Hollywood Reporter v334 n20 18 Oct 1994 Page: 15
Title: [The Hollywood Reporter - v334 n20 18 Oct 1994: no known title]Article type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
In: Variety 30 May 1994 Page: 18
Title: [Variety - 30 May 1994: no known title]Article type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
Author: RADNER, Hilary Pages: xii, 211 pages
Title: Hollywood and intimacy: style, moments, magnificence
Author: PEACOCK, Steven Pages: x, 170 pages
Title: Engaging film criticism: film history and contemporary American cinema
Author: METZ, Walter Pages: xiii, 226 p.
Film, Video or Digital materials held in BFI National Archive(2)
Film materials(2)
Description: 35mm Colour PositiveBase: SafetySound: CombinedBFI identifier: C-961983
Status: Status pending - Material requires inspection to determine preservation or access status
Description: 35mm Colour PositiveBase: SafetySound: CombinedBFI identifier: C-961984
Status: Status pending - Material requires inspection to determine preservation or access status
Date: 1995 (Copyright)Country: USADirected by: Clint Eastwood
Production company billing: ©1995. Warner Bros. [opening logo] Warner Bros. Pictures - a Time Warner Entertainment company Warner Bros. presents an Amblin/Malpaso production [end] Distributed by Warner Bros. Author: Warner Bros. Dolby/DTS Colour by Technicolor [2.35:1] MPAA: 33820 Country of First Publication: United States of America
Synopsis: Based on the novel by Robert James Waller. Set in Madison County, Iowa. Tells the story of the secret romance between an Italian housewife and a professional photographer, who is on an assignment to photograph the county's Roseman and Holliwell covered bridges. Told in flashbacks from a letter found by her children years later.Synopsis: Film about a secret romance of an Italian war bride. Told in flashbacks from a letter found by her children years later.
Genre: Romance
Subjects: Photographers, Bridges
Releases
Date: 02 June 1995Country: USARelease type: unknownFormat: not specified - Colour - Technicolor - Sound - Dolby / DTS (sound)Runtime: 134 mins Dialogue (original): English
Credits
(121)
©/Author: Warner Bros., Production Company: Amblin Entertainment, Production Company: Malpaso Company, Presents/Distributed by: Warner Bros., Produced by: Clint Eastwood, Kathleen Kennedy, Associate Producer: Tom Rooker, Associate Producer: Michael Maurer, Production Associate: Adam Bernhard, Production Associate: B. Ted Deiker, Production Associate: Erich Moeller, Production Associate: Kara Sjoblom, Production Associate: Channing Work, Production Associate: Gillian Wynn, Unit Production Manager: Jim Behnke, Production Accountant: Jeffrey Kloss, Assistant Production Accountant: David Romano, Roselyn Winward, Location Manager: Ken Haber, Production Secretary: Lisa A. Becker, Assistant Production Secretary: Jason McGatlin, Assistant to Clint Eastwood: Melissa Rooker, Assistant to Kathleen Kennedy: Matt Freeman, Assistant to Meryl Streep: Maggie Pierson, Assistant Director (1st): Bill Bannerman, Assistant Director (2nd): Robert Lorenz, Script Supervisor: Cate Hardman, Casting by: Ellen Chenoweth, Casting Assistant: Gabby Leff, Extras Casting: James Axotis, Michelle Vanderpool-kohrs, Screenplay by: Richard LaGravenese, Based on the novel by: Robert James Waller, Director of Photography: Jack N. Green, Camera Operator: Stephen S. Campanelli, Steadicam Operator: Stephen S. Campanelli, 1st Assistant Camera: William Coe, 2nd Assistant Camera: John A. Waldo, Chief Lighting Technician: Colin J. Campbell, Assistant Lighting Technician: Frank Scheidbach, Rigging Gaffer: Frankie R. Jimenez Jr, Key Grip: Dicky Deats, Best Boy Grip: Michael E. Matteson, Dolly Grip: Jerry C. Deats, Still Photographer: Ken Regan, Special Effects Co-ordinator: Steve Riley, Special Effects Consultant: John Frazier, Special Effects: Joe Pancake, Special Effects: Francis Pennington, Special Effects: Jeff Denes, Edited by: Joel Cox, Assistant Film Editor: Michael Cipriano, Assistant Film Editor: Patrick Flannery, Don Roth, Production Designed by: Jeannine Oppewall, Art Director: William Arnold, Assistant Art Director: Charles W. Breen, Set Decorator: Jay Hart, Property Master: Edward Aiona, Assistant Property Master: Michael Sexton, Construction Co-ordinator: Edward England, Construction Foreman: Tyler Osman, Standby Painter: Ricky Riggs, Costume Designer: Colleen Kelsall, Men's Set Costumer: Kelly Lindquist, Women's Set Costumer: Deedee Montesanto, Wardrobe Supervisor: David Davenport, Make-up Artist: Mike Hancock, Meryl Streep's Make-up/Hair: J. Roy Helland, Hairstylist: Carol O'connell, Titles and Opticals by: Pacific Title, Colour Timer: Bob Putynkowski, Colour by: Technicolor, Filmed in: Panavision, Negative Cutting: Mo Henry, Music by: Lennie Niehaus, Music Editor: Donald Harris, Scoring Mixer: Bobby Fernandez, Music Consultant: Bruce Ricker, Sound Mixer: Willie D. Burton, Boom Operator: Marvin Lewis, Cable: Kevin Boyd, Re-recording Mixer: Les Fresholtz, Re-recording Mixer: Dick Alexander, Vern Poore, Supervising Sound Editor: Alan Robert Murray, Supervising Sound Editor: Bub Asman, Assistant Sound Editor: Kimberly Nolan, Assistant Sound Editor: Darrin Martin, Assistant Sound Editor: Madeleine Swift, Greg Thompson, Supervising Dialogue Editor: Lucy Coldsnow-smith, Dialogue Editor: Joey Ippolito, Dialogue Editor: Constance A. Kazmer, Dialogue Editor: George Anderson, Dialogue Editor: Jayme Parker, Sound Effects Editor: Gary Krivacek, Sound Effects Editor: Mike Dobie, Sound Effects Editor: Samuel C. Crutcher, Sound Effects Editor: John Morrisey, Sound Effects Editor: James J. Klinger, ADR Supervisor: Dick Friedman, Foley Supervisor: Scott D. Jackson, Foley Editor: Neil Burrow, Foley Editor: Butch Wolf, Foley Editor: Patrick Bietz, Stunts: Pauline Arthur, Stunts: Shelley Phillips, Craft Service: Linda Mason, Caterer: Tony's Food Service, All Original Music Compositions ©1985: Warner Tamerlane Publishing Corporation, WB Music Corp., Soundtrack on: Malpaso Cassettes and CDs, Technical Consultant: Ken Regan, Transportation Co-ordinator: Keith Dillin, Transportation Captain: Gene Biernot, Edited on: AVID Film Composer, Animal Trainer: Paul Calabria, Helicopter Pilot: James Gavin, Unit Publicist: Marco Barla
Cast
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Clint Eastwood (Robert Kincaid), Meryl Streep (Francesca Johnson), Annie Corley (Carolyn Johnson), Victor Slezak (Michael Johnson), Jim Haynie (Richard), Phyllis Lyons (Betty), Debra Monk (Madge), Sarah Kathryn Schmitt (young Carolyn), Chris Kroon (young Michael), Richard Lage (lawyer), Michelle Benes (Lucy Redfield), Alison Wiegert (child 1), Brandon Bobst (child 2), Pearl Faessler (wife), R.E. "Stick" Faessler (husband), Tania Mishler (waitress 1), Billie McNabb (waitress 2), Art Breese (cashier), Lana Schwab (saleswoman), Larry Loury (UPS driver), James Rivers, Mark A. Brooks, Peter Cho, Eddie Dejean Sr, Jason C. Brewer, Kyle Eastwood (James Rivers Band), George Orrison, Ken Billeter, Judy Trask, David Trask, Edna Dolson, Dennis McCool, Michael C. Pommier, Jana Corkrean, M. Jane Seymour, Karla Jo Soper (cafe patron)
Articles held in BFI Reuben Library
(27)
In: Journal of Popular Film & Television v34 n3 Autumn 2006 Pages: 98-106Title: Empathic Resonance and Meryl StreepAuthor: ADAMS-PRICE, Carolyn et al Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Analyses audience reaction to Meryl Streep, particularly in twelve films for which she was Oscar-nominated.
In: Radio Times v312 n4064 26 Jan 2002 Page: 47
Title: The Reel Story Behind...The Bridges of Madison County.Author: COLLINS, Andrew Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Short article about the background to the film's production.
In: Post Script v19 n3 Summer 2000 Pages: 41-57
Title: Clint Eastwood's last cowboy: The Bridges of Madison CountyAuthor: SANDERSON, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY develops themes that filmmakers and critics found in the Western genre and focuses on what the term 'cowboy' now means to us.
In: Radio Times v301 n3923 24 Apr 1999 Page: 51
Title: [Radio Times - v301 n3923 24 Apr 1999: no known title]Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Brief review.
In: TV Guide v46 n20 16 May 1998 Page: 12
Title: Streep devours part; Voight chews sceneryAuthor: SISKEL, Gene Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: The Velvet Light Trap n39 Spring 1997 Pages: 66-83
Title: "Another being we have created called us": Point of View, MeAuthor: METZ, Walter Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Analysis of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY with particular regard to spectatorship and the reception of the film by critics
In: Kosmorama n219 Summer 1997 Pages: 16-31
Title: Evergreen? Kaerlighedsmelodramaet i 90'erneAuthor: JERSLEV, Anne Article type: ArticleLanguage: Danish
Description: Looks at romance in films in the 90's, referring to THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, THE ENGLISH PATIENT and BREAKING THE WAVES.
In: Film Comment v32 n3 May/Jun 1996 Pages: 10-32
Title: Clint on the back nine: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly; old...Author: SCHICKEL, Richard Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A look at Eastwood's biography and career, roles and image, including a review of The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY with an interview with cast and crew members.
In: Empire n76 October 1995 Page: 35
Title: New filmsAuthor: ERRIGO, Angie Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Starlog n218 September 1995 Pages: 36-39
Title: Producer in the cupboardAuthor: WARREN, Bill Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Interview with producer Kathleen Kennedy about her various productions such as INDIAN IN THE CUPBOARD, JURASSIC PARK, CONGO and THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY.
In: Films in Review v46 n7/8 Sep/Oct 1995 Pages: 54-55
Title: film reviewsAuthor: PAWELCZAK, Andy Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Premiere v3 n9 October 1995 Page: 13
Title: [Premiere - v3 n9 October 1995: no known title]Author: BREALEY, Louise Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: American Cinematographer v76 n8 August 1995 Pages: 52-61
Title: A rural romance that bridges erasAuthor: PIZZELLO, Stephen Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Cinematographer Jack Green talks about his work shooting Clint Eastwood's The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, and about how he came to be a cinematographer.
In: Premiere v8 n6 February 1995 Pages: 28-29
Title: In the WorksAuthor: BERGMAN KRAUSE, Eliza Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Brief production note.
In: Literature/Film Quarterly v23 n3 1995 Page: 154,128
Title: Fixing The Bridges of Madison CountyAuthor: WELSH, Jim Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: About changes made to the novel of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY for the film.
In: Variety 22 May 1995 Page: 91&96
Title: [Variety - 22 May 1995: no known title]Author: MCCARTHY, Todd Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Score Filmmuziek Magazine n97 December 1995 Page: 18
Title: Pas verschenen& CD besprekingenAuthor: JW Article type: Soundtrack ReviewLanguage: Dutch
In: Sight and Sound v5 n9 September 1995 Pages: 26-28
Title: Cherokee to Madison CountyAuthor: MEEKER, David Article type: FilmographyLanguage: English
Description: Composer Lennie Niehaus discusses his work with Eastwood on The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY (1995) and BIRD (1988); his first meeting with Clint Eastwood in 1952; how he got into orchestrating; definitions of film music related job titles.
In: Sight and Sound v5 n9 September 1995 Page: 46
Title: ReviewsAuthor: FELPERIN, Leslie Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Premiere v8 n11 July 1995 Pages: 54-56
Title: On Location: Mr and Mrs "Bridges"Author: ROYTE, Karen Article type: Location ReportLanguage: English
Description: Residents of Winterset, Madison County, Iowa, comment on the effect of the book and film on their town.
In: Screen International n1013 23 Jun 1995 Page: 28
Title: ReviewsAuthor: SEGUIN, Denis Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Radio Times v286 n3738 9 Sep 1995 Pages: 16-17,20
Title: "If People Really Found Out About Me They'd Be Disappointed"Author: DUNCAN, Andrew Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Discusses Clint Eastwood's life and career with regard to the opening of The BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
In: Film-Echo/Filmwoche n38 22 Sep 1995 Page: 16,17
Title: Brücken von Hollywood nach HamburgArticle type: ArticleLanguage: German
Description: On the German premiere screening of BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY in Hamburg
In: Screen International n970 12 Aug 1994 Page: 7
Title: Production lineArticle type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
Description: Note that Clint Eastwood may direct.
In: Screen International n971 19 Aug 1994 Page: 8
Title: Production lineArticle type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
Description: Meryl Streep to join cast and Clint Eastwood set to direct.
In: The Hollywood Reporter v334 n20 18 Oct 1994 Page: 15
Title: [The Hollywood Reporter - v334 n20 18 Oct 1994: no known title]Article type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
In: Variety 30 May 1994 Page: 18
Title: [Variety - 30 May 1994: no known title]Article type: Prod. DetailsLanguage: English
Books held in BFI Reuben Library
(3)
Title: new woman's film: femme-centric movies for smart chicksAuthor: RADNER, Hilary Pages: xii, 211 pages
Title: Hollywood and intimacy: style, moments, magnificence
Author: PEACOCK, Steven Pages: x, 170 pages
Title: Engaging film criticism: film history and contemporary American cinema
Author: METZ, Walter Pages: xiii, 226 p.
Film, Video or Digital materials held in BFI National Archive(2)
Film materials(2)
Description: 35mm Colour PositiveBase: SafetySound: CombinedBFI identifier: C-961983
Status: Status pending - Material requires inspection to determine preservation or access status
Description: 35mm Colour PositiveBase: SafetySound: CombinedBFI identifier: C-961984
Status: Status pending - Material requires inspection to determine preservation or access status