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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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    Inconsistent tone. Not quite a drama, definitely not a comedy. But it's not balanced, it's either/or.

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    08/13/03
    Fred Topel
    Fred Topel
    About.com

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    11/06/03
    Rebecca Murray
    Rebecca Murray
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    07/29/02
    Philip Martin
    Philip Martin
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    Steve Davis
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    Scott Weinberg
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    Chuck O'Leary
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    Full Review Source: Globe and Mail | comment Comment
    04/12/02
    Globe and Mail

    Steve Martin is at it again remaking classic stories in new, fresh, and wonderful ways.

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    01/01/00
    Steve Rhodes
    Steve Rhodes
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    Steve Martin gives a quirky performance that holds interest.

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    08/15/02
    Bob Bloom
    Bob Bloom
    Journal and Courier (Lafayette, IN)

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    10/31/03
    Carol Cling
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    09/02/04
    Andy Klein
    Andy Klein
    Los Angeles CityBeat

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

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    09/05/02
    Nell Minow
    Nell Minow
    Movie Mom at Yahoo! Movies

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

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    Clint Morris
    Clint Morris
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    08/30/04
    Janet Maslin
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    One of Steve Martins most underated performances

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    04/22/05
    Michael A. Smith
    Michael A. Smith
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    Susan Tavernetti
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    James Berardinelli
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