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Reach the Rock (1998)

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William Ryan made his directorial debut with this comedy-drama set in the small town of Shermer, Illinois, where vandalism by Robin Fleming (Alessandro Nivola) gets him thrown in jail by the two-man police force -- Sergeant Phil Quinn (William Sadler) and his dim-bulb deputy, Ernie (Bruce Norris). Quinn blames Fleming for the accidental swimming death of his nephew (Norman Reedus) four years previous. While the inept cops aren't looking, Fleming steals the key to his cell and exits, creating

R, 1 hr. 40 min.

Drama, Comedy

Directed By: William Ryan

Written By: John Hughes

In Theaters: Oct 16, 1998 Wide

On DVD: Jul 27, 1999

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Critic Reviews for Reach the Rock

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Sensational performances. A Romantic, somewhat humourous tale.

September 18, 2002 Comment

Clint Morris

Moviehole

A drama that probes the prejudices and divisiveness of a small community.

February 28, 2002 Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality and Practice

A snail-paced, airless bore.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Film Journal International

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David Luty

Film Journal International

Such a glorified workshop may have its rewards for the actors, but it leaves audiences with a booby prize.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: TheMovieReport.com

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Michael Dequina

TheMovieReport.com

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I really liked this film, it's well written, very amusing as well as touching. It has a good feel for small town life, the characters are quite well developed and Alessandro Nivola is excellent in the lead role. Great story, thoroughly enjoyable.

September 4, 2006