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Ryan's Daughter is David Lean's 1970 film which tells the story of an Irish girl who has an affair with a British soldier during World War I, despite opposition from her nationalist neighbours.

Critical Reception

The film received a very hostile reception by the critical community upon its initial release, feeling that the characters were "dwarfed by excessive scale." Many attribute the bad reviews to critics expectation's being too high as Lean had directed three epic blockbusters in a row prior to making Ryan's Daughter. The bad reaction to this film is what many say caused Lean not to make a film for more than ten years.

Awards

Best Actor in a Supporting Role
(John Mills)
Best Cinematography

Also Nominated for

Best Actress in a Leading Role
(Sarah Miles)
Best Sound

Trivia

John Mills played a mute in the film. For his Oscar acceptance speech, he bowed without saying a word, making this the shortest acceptance speech on record.

Other Sources

Category:1970 films Category:Best Actress Oscar Nominee (film) Category:Best Supporting Actor Oscar (film) Category:Films directed by David Lean

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