* Storyline: Our Reviewer's Take. Ranking: It's almost a cliché these days to call Meryl Streep America's greatest living actress. High Def Digest
: The film is famous for its devastating flashback scene at Auschwitz, which provides a horrific look at the impossible decisions forced upon victims of the Holocaust. Sophie's ChoiceHD
: Directed by Alan J. Pakula and based on William Styron's novel, the story follows a young writer, Stingo, as he befriends Sophie and her volatile lover, Nathan (Kevin Kline), in post-WWII Brooklyn. * Storyline: Our Reviewer's Take
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: Some critics find the 150-minute runtime "pokey" or "disjointed" in places, though most agree the emotional payoff is profound. HD Video & Audio Quality
: The 1080p transfer is described as disappointing by some enthusiasts. While clarity is generally good, the contrast can "run hot," sometimes washing out the image. Grain levels are thick, and a slight yellow tinge occasionally afflicts the color palette.