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www.filmcritic.com - : An exceptional film, this odd combination of Top Gun and Ordinary People features Robert Duvall in one of his greatest performances (Oscar-nominated, too) as the difficult Marine family patriarch in the years leading up to the Vietnam War. more...
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4/5
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rogerebert.suntimes.com - : The Great Santini is a movie to seek out and to treasure.There are wonderful little moments in the dialogue (as when the Great Santini's daughter wonders aloud if females are allowed full Meechum family status, or are only sort of one-celled Meechums). more...
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4/4
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www.apolloguide.com - : The Great Santini is a mostly-painful movie. Its portrayal of pride is countered by necessity for love, a sentiment that permeates most families although not in such extremes. more...
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77/1
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