Clint Eastwood’s Heart-Wrenching Masterpiece a Year After “Unforgiven” – Must Watch Tonight!

Texas, 1963. A perilous fugitive and his hostage, a young Jehovah’s Witness, embark on a wild journey where they form an unlikely friendship. Hot on their trail is Red Garnett, a persistent Texas Ranger.

This synopsis belongs to a (new) masterpiece by Clint Eastwood: the poignant ‘A Perfect World’, which hit theaters in 1993. Good news: you can (re)discover this cinematic classic this Sunday evening on Arte.

Highly acclaimed by Allociné viewers with an impressive average rating of 4.1 out of 5, the emotionally charged road movie ‘A Perfect World’ is arguably one of Clint Eastwood’s most underrated works. It’s a beautifully crafted film that the legendary American director, fresh off his two Oscars for ‘Unforgiven’, presents to the audience. It’s filled with remarkable scenes, and the finale, we assure you, will tug at your heartstrings…

Over 3 Million Viewers Tuned In

‘A Perfect World’ sees Kevin Costner delivering one of the finest performances of his career. Following ‘Dances with Wolves’, ‘Robin Hood’, ‘JFK’, and ‘The Bodyguard’, the actor takes on a remarkably tender, against-type role. We guarantee you’ll be moved by his portrayal of a big-hearted criminal and his father-son-like relationship with the young boy played by T.J. Lowther (but what has he been up to since?).

Two years before ‘The Bridges of Madison County’, Clint Eastwood had already crafted a touching narrative with ‘A Perfect World’. The film, drawing in over 3.1 million viewers, enjoyed considerable box office success in French theaters. Don’t miss your chance to (re)experience this classic that will leave you deeply affected.

Tonight on Arte at 9 PM

Watch the trailer for “A Perfect World”: