The Water Diviner
Weinstein Company, The | Release Date: April 24, 2015
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Jess_HillJul 12, 2015
Gallipoli two was better than I expected. The battlefield sequences are exceptionally well done, and the story is compelling if ultimately unbelievable, occasionally wallowing in sentiment. The cinematography was excellent and the leadGallipoli two was better than I expected. The battlefield sequences are exceptionally well done, and the story is compelling if ultimately unbelievable, occasionally wallowing in sentiment. The cinematography was excellent and the lead performances were great, though a few secondary characters were very clunky. This is a good film for the hundredth anniversary of the conflict and will be enjoyed by a broad audience. 8.03/10… Expand
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BHBarryApr 26, 2015
"The Water Diviner" stars Russell Crowe and also represents his directorial debut.
Those very familiar with the events that occurred in World War I and, in particular, Gallipoli, Turkey,
will appreciate more than most who was fighting who"The Water Diviner" stars Russell Crowe and also represents his directorial debut.
Those very familiar with the events that occurred in World War I and, in particular, Gallipoli, Turkey,
will appreciate more than most who was fighting who and what the battle meant to
the nation of Australia and its soldiers who died there. If not familiar with these events, the viewer will be unable to easily follow the issues at stake and the identity of the combatants on the field.

Although the film attempts to portray the horrors of war and the needless losses of life,
it fails as a good theatrical experience.
The film in many ways is concocted and its story confusing and difficult to believe, (even though it
is supposedly based on a true story). The editing room and splicing machine deserved a more
experienced hand and eye than the ones possessed by Mr. Crowe. Also, Mr. Crowe seems to hold back and be unnaturally restrained in scenes that warrant a more emotional commitment. My guess is that, as the director, he held back in deference to the actor/director role he was playing..

A better written story would have also been a tremendous asset and perhaps mitigated many of the film's shortcomings. Regrettably, in its present form, it is a long and difficult movie to sit through and watch. I counted 3X that I looked at my watch. One must acknowledge the wonderful photography and, with that in mind, I give the film a 7.0 with a suggestion that the director not turn down any future acting jobs and continue to do that which he does best.. If you'll forgive the obvious pun, this movie is nothing for him to "Crowe" about.… Expand
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Compi24May 7, 2015
Though it's clearly for more patient-minded cinephiles, "The Water Diviner" delivers in terms of story and character, and knocks it out of the park with its breathtaking cinematographic landscape from the late, great Andrew Lesnie.
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LeZeeSep 14, 2015
A father with a hope to find his missing sons.

A fictional narration with the backdrop of the World War I. Precisely the story begins after the end of the war, about a father who goes after look for his sons who were last seen on theA father with a hope to find his missing sons.

A fictional narration with the backdrop of the World War I. Precisely the story begins after the end of the war, about a father who goes after look for his sons who were last seen on the battlefield of Gallipoli, Turkey. The rest is the mix of drama, war, romance, flashbacks, and whether his mission is accomplished or not is the climax that decide.

Frankly, I was a little disappointed. The story was not based on the real, but looked like one. The point is it was a wonderful and inspiring theme, but direction was not convincing along with bad editing. If you look at who's that, it was a direction debut for Russell Crowe, who played the main character in the film as well. Some of the historical facts were wrong, especially showing the Greeks in the bad light was the negativity of the film. Visually the films do not give the impression of the pre 1920s where the story set in. Instead, it looks more of the late 40s or the early 50s.

Since it was set after the war, most of the characters were in a guilt attitude. Can't say whole film was predictable, but the scenes were. The performances were the only things that tried to lift the movie, as well as the music and screenplay in some parts. This, book based movie should have been directed by any top director, not for the freshers to try-out their skills in direction field, because of the powerful stuffs like anti-war elements. One time watchable, but disappointment is ahead of you if you expect greatness from it. Anyway, it was Australia's top gross movie last year in Australia.

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ThegodfathersonApr 24, 2015
What I love about The Water Divner is that it's not a war related PG-13 slog drama like Unbroken. It's brutal, fresh and suspenseful in it's own right. Russell Crowe gives a splendid performance as a man who goes on a search to find hisWhat I love about The Water Divner is that it's not a war related PG-13 slog drama like Unbroken. It's brutal, fresh and suspenseful in it's own right. Russell Crowe gives a splendid performance as a man who goes on a search to find his children in the midst of a brutal war. It had it's flaws, it was too long and Jai Courtney's performance never clicked with the premise. But it is a directorial debut that is bloody great, despite flaws it's amazing.… Expand
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Brent_MarchantMay 2, 2015
An uneven but earnest effort by first-time director Russell Crowe that delivers the heartfelt anguish a parent suffers in the loss of his children to war. A little polish around the edges and in certain aspects of the film easily could haveAn uneven but earnest effort by first-time director Russell Crowe that delivers the heartfelt anguish a parent suffers in the loss of his children to war. A little polish around the edges and in certain aspects of the film easily could have made this a much better picture. But, given that this is Crowe's first stab at directorial work, it passes muster in many ways that even more experienced filmmakers fail to attain in their offerings.… Expand
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slayde11Aug 8, 2015
This is a stellar gem of a film. Deeply moving and just brimming with heart and soul, The Water Diviner is a film about gut-wrenching loss, perseverance, hope and fractured, imperfect redemption. Its themes are universal; its cinematographyThis is a stellar gem of a film. Deeply moving and just brimming with heart and soul, The Water Diviner is a film about gut-wrenching loss, perseverance, hope and fractured, imperfect redemption. Its themes are universal; its cinematography is striking; its score is both subtle and breathtaking; and its lead performances are poignant and spot-on. Whatever may be said about the accuracy and/or omission of certain details and events, the story at its heart is about a quest driven by the purest and most powerful form of love. It also serves as a cautionary commentary about the horrors and futility of war; and an uplifting testament to the fire and resilience of the human spirit. Exquisitely stirring and thought-provoking from beginning to end.… Expand
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behzadhoseini77Apr 24, 2015
The story has an amazing soul, a mesmerizing spiritual power, and a refreshing perspective on History. As a scholar of History, I'd say it treats a noble Turkish nation victim of absolutely unprovoked aggression from all sides during WorldThe story has an amazing soul, a mesmerizing spiritual power, and a refreshing perspective on History. As a scholar of History, I'd say it treats a noble Turkish nation victim of absolutely unprovoked aggression from all sides during World War I with long-overdue justice after a 100 years, while retaining the dignity of ANZAC soldiers who fought with great bravery and loyalty for a dubious British cause.

"The Water Diviner" is not only a cinematographic masterpiece of rare beauty. It is a powerful statement of tolerance, a testimony of endless hope and love… Expand
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MonasarfatyApr 26, 2015
This movie works on many levels. Powerful relationships based on love and loyalty are the centerpiece. The movie is an adventure film that follows the journey of an Australian farmer to a part of the world he knows little about. The end ofThis movie works on many levels. Powerful relationships based on love and loyalty are the centerpiece. The movie is an adventure film that follows the journey of an Australian farmer to a part of the world he knows little about. The end of World War I in Turkey is the backdrop and provides a fascinating look at a distant land at the beginning of the 20th century as it is headed for a dramatic transformation. The historic defeat of the Ottoman Turkish Empire as the result of World War I--the root of the seemingly endless problems in the Middle East today--is depicted in such a way as to give insight into the cultural and political differences that continue to plague relations between East and West. The gruesome search for the individual bodies of the victims of the tragic Battle of Gallipoli (Winston Churchill's infamous and costly misjudgement) together with flashbacks of battle scenes makes this a powerful anti-war movie. Given that this is the 100th anniversary of that particular military disaster, the movie provides an opportunity for education about a place and a time that could be far more familiar to Americans than it is. (The dead were British, Australian, New Zealanders, and Turkish.) Russel Crowe is magnetic as always. The bond that develops between him and the Turkish General provides unexpected plot twists that keep the viewer thoroughly captivated. Yes, there are some cliches in the movie but they are minor distractions given the human and historic drama presented by the film.… Expand
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DavidStHubbinsApr 26, 2015
This was a beautifully executed film that did a great job of communicating the profound loss and emptiness that flows from war. On both sides of the camera, Russell Crowe did a fine job, but in his first effort as director he was exceptional.
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alexa417Oct 8, 2015
The film has a great cinematography. It’s an old fashioned movie in a great sense.

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Jonathan12345Jan 24, 2020
Masterpiece of Russell Crowe. Movie is very realistic to history. It is very well directed.
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mjmurezMar 31, 2018
It's a solid film. I believe it would be better if the director had explored the military side deeply, instead of shoehorning a love relationship. Corr is superb.
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WorldCultureLabNov 8, 2019
Russell esta en su mejor momento. A pesar de las malas criticas le sienta la llenura. Es un actor excepcional y estar mas trozudo le sienta bien para ciertos papeles. Recomendada totalmente! supera sus ultimas producciones!
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