Always (1989), 2.5 Stars

John Goodman

Found this recently on Netflix. I remember enjoying it many years ago and seeing it again confirmed all that.

The story is pretty basic about fire-fighting and relationships, and moves along well. The acting is also fairly basic but I'm not sure more is needed: Richard Dreyfuss (The Goodbye Girl) is his usual wise-cracking self with some emotion tossed in; Holly Hunter (whom I think I've only seen in The Firm) is very believable and shows a wide range; and, John Goodman (King Ralph) also plays a familiar, blustery role. The surprise is Audrey Hepburn (Breakfast at Tiffany's) in what must be one of her last roles - she's interesting to watch but I'm not sure she fits the part.

I'm glad I saw it again and recommend it if you have a quiet afternoon or evening.