Sophies Choice

When young writer Stingo (Peter MacNicol) moves to Brooklyn in 1947 to begin work on his first novel, nothing prepares him for the life-changing emotional journey ahead. Forging a friendship with Polish refugee Sophie Zawistowska (Meryl Streep in an Academy Award® winning performance) and her moody lover Nathan Landau (Academy Award® winner Kevin Kline, A Fish Called Wanda), the trio enjoy each others’ company over Summertime. But Stingo soon discovers a dark secret behind Sophie’s smile. Learning of her Holocaust survival and the scars of her past, Stingo is intensely drawn to Sophie and all that she represents. Based on William Styron's acclaimed novel and directed by award-winning filmmaker Alan J. Pakula (All The President's Men) Sop­hie's Choice is a haunting journey of self-discovery and reflection, where memories and romance give perspective to the past.

Critic Reviews:

• " It's both crushing and triumphant. " – Mike Massie

• " The amazing intimacy Pakula creates with the audience ultimately makes Sophie's Choice the best film of the year. " – Lawrence O'Toole

• " Sophie's Choice is a rare film, literate, deeply moving, and gifted with an absolutely awe-inspiring performance by Meryl Streep. " – Bob Thomas