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Although the film isn't as bad as feared (it wasn't pre-screened for reviews), it's not that good, either. Most noticable flaws are the sappy romantic cliches and lack of chemistry between Gere and Ryder. Read critic reviews

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Autumn in New York follows the sexual exploits of Will Keane, a New York restaurateur, infamous verging-on-50 playboy, master of the no-commitment seduction until he runs into an unexpected dead end when he meets Charlotte Fielding. Charlotte is half Will's age and twice his match, a 21-year-old free spirit yearning to get out and taste the excitement of adult life. It is a season long encounter that will shatter Will's preconceptions about women, sex and responsibility.
  • Rating:
    PG-13 (Sensuality|Language)
  • Genre:
    drama, romance
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Joan Chen
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $37.8M
  • Runtime:
  • Production Co:
    United Artists, Lakeshore Entertainment
  • Sound Mix:
    Surround, Dolby Digital, DTS, SDDS
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

Richard Gere
Will
Winona Ryder
Charlotte
Anthony LaPaglia
John
Elaine Stritch
Dolly
Vera Farmiga
Lisa
Sherry Stringfield
Sarah
Jill Hennessy
Lynn
J.K. Simmons
Dr. Tom Grandy
Ted Tannebaum
Executive Producer
Richard S. Wright
Executive Producer
Gabriel Yared
Original Music
Joan Chen
Director
Ronald M. Bozman
Executive Producer
Changwei Gu
Cinematographer
Ruby Yang
Film Editor
Sheila Jaffe
Casting
Mark Friedberg
Production Designer
Jess Gonchor
Art Direction
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Audience Reviews for Autumn in New York

  • Feb 06, 2014
    I've seen a few movies like this. Womanizing guy falls in love with beautiful woman only to find out she has terminal something-or-other, and he matures caring for her. Seen it, done it.
    Red L Super Reviewer
  • Dec 17, 2011
    An overly stylized romantic drama, Autumn in New York gets a little maudlin but has a compelling story to tell. Richard Gere plays a New York playboy who gets more than he bargains for when he pursues a much younger woman (Winona Ryder) who turns out to have a unique heart condition. Ryder delivers her usual charm and good humor, but Gere is just phoning it in; and as a result they don't quite connect well enough to sell this unconventional romance. Additionally, the film itself does the story no favors by over saturating itself in symbolism and aesthetic designs that emphasize the themes. Still, it's not a bad picture and Gere and Ryder are both likable and sympathetic in their respective roles. Despite a few weaknesses, Autumn in New York is an entertaining film that explores some interesting issues.
    Dann M Super Reviewer
  • Oct 11, 2011
    Richard Geer plays an aging lothario who newest target is an extremely young Ryder who catches his eye one Autumn evening in New York City. The result of their instant attraction is a tempestuous affair which becomes complicated after he finds out that she is terminally ill. The originality of the plot was a bit predictable with this Renaissance woman and a modern day bachelor but the beautiful autumn scenery enveloped me in a bittersweet lovey-dovey atmosphere that sedated me like a cup of tea to make me temporarily forget about this romance mismatch and instead sympathize for the situation alone. It is an excellent movie for anyone who has ever read and thoroughly enjoyed a Harelequinesque novel. One redeeming feature is the filming of New York. Just Beautiful!!
    Deb S Super Reviewer
  • Mar 21, 2010
    (2000 Director: Joan Chen) This movie is on TV right now...watching it (review to follow).Somewhat predictable story about a very ailing young lovely woman 9Winona Ryder) suffering from a brain tumour. Richard Gere plays her very fickle boyfriend who comes through for her in the end. (review to be continued)
    Teresa S Super Reviewer
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