PG-13

The Bridges of Madison County

The path of Francesca Johnson's future seems destined due to an unexpected fork in the road...

1995 • 135 min • Drama · Romance

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Synopsis

Photographer Robert Kincaid wanders into the life of housewife Francesca Johnson for four days in the 1960s.

Our family guide

Best from age 16

Movie Knight Score

2424 reviews

77 Audience · 2424 · 100%

In the 1960s, a lonely Iowa housewife meets a charismatic photographer, leading to a profound four-day affair that challenges her life and choices. The film explores love, longing, and the roads not taken.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 5/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Infidelity is a central theme
Characters smoke and drink socially

What it models well

The complexity of adult relationships
Following your heart vs. societal expectations
The impact of choices

Talk about it after

The meaning of commitment in a marriage
Why Francesca made the choices she did
The difference between love and duty

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