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A Simple Twist of Fate (1994)

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Reviews Counted: 19

Fresh: 9

Rotten:10

Average Rating: 5.5/10

Runtime: 1 hr 46 mins

Genre: Comedies

Synopsis: Steve Martin takes George Eliot's novel "Silas Marner" into the 20th century, and sets it in the American South. Ever since the demise of his marriage, Michael McCann has lived alone, bitter and... Steve Martin takes George Eliot's novel "Silas Marner" into the 20th century, and sets it in the American South. Ever since the demise of his marriage, Michael McCann has lived alone, bitter and angry. Then, mysteriously, a little orphaned girl wanders into his home, wins his heart and changes his life. But there's someone who knows the truth about her parentage... someone who might want to take her away. [More]

Starring: Steve Martin, Gabriel Byrne, Catherine O'Hara, Stephen Baldwin

Starring: Steve Martin, Gabriel Byrne, Catherine O'Hara, Stephen Baldwin

Director: Gillies MacKinnon

Director: Gillies MacKinnon

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May 6, 2003

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  • A Simple Twist Of Fate
  • Big-screen favorite Steve Martin (FATHER OF THE BRIDE) shines in this heartwarming motion picture about a single dad who discovers the joys and pain of fatherhood after adopting a daughter. All is well with this special relationship until a local politician attempts to come between them. As they fight to remain a family, the bond between father and daughter is strengthened. With an all-star cast that features winning performances from Gabriel Byrne (POINT OF NO RETURN), Stephen Baldwin (THREESOME), and Catherine O'Hara (HOME ALONE), A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE is a captivating movie treat that's sure to entertain you!
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    Derek Adams
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    10/06/05
    Chuck O'Leary
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    One of Steve Martins most underated performances

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    Michael A. Smith
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    10/31/03
    Carol Cling
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    Inconsistent tone. Not quite a drama, definitely not a comedy. But it's not balanced, it's either/or.

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    Fred Topel
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    05/20/03
    Susan Tavernetti
    Palo Alto Weekly

    Good Intentions.....that's about it

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    09/17/02
    Clint Morris
    Moviehole

    Dreary, misconceived movie about a man redeemed by the love of a child.

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    Nell Minow
    Movie Mom at Yahoo! Movies

    Proves that the good life cannot be purchased but must be patiently constructed out of love and devotion.

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    08/23/02
    Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
    Spirituality and Practice

    Steve Martin gives a quirky performance that holds interest.

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