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Sophie's Choice Review: Meryl Streep's heartbreaking, amazingly tempered performance in Sophie's Choice confirmed her status as one of America's greatest actresses; many believe it will stand the test of time as her finest work. It's a testament to Kevin Kline's skills that he can hold his own in the role of her boyfriend. In terms of structure, William Styron's flashback-laden novel must have been a challenge to translate to the screen, but writer-director Alan J. Pakula does a fine job of condensing the material without losing its essence. A less-mature filmmaker might have lost the tone of the picture from the start. Pakula's script would be nominated for an Academy Award; Streep would win her first Oscar for a lead performance. Brendon Hanley, All Movie Guide

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