Hadrina The movie's neither hopeful in contrived ways, nor hopeless in different contrived ways. Somehow it manages to be wonderful

Robert Joyner The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

Sabah Hensley This is a dark and sometimes deeply uncomfortable drama

Kimball Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

quridley Spielberg's the producer, Belushi's the star and Lawrence Kasdan of Star Wars fame is the writer. Its not the funniest film or the most exciting, but it is charming and builds to a very romantic ending. This is the most human and restrained acting that we ever got from Belushi and he would've been as successful as Bill Murray or Chevy Chase had he lived. You can totally see him prepping for those same goofy dad or romantic loser roles. You have to give a lot of the credit to his co-star Blair Brown who is very warm and believable throughout. I thought the script was a bit too cutesy and failed to have the zing of the Spencer Tracy/Katherine Hepburn films its shadowing, but its still impressive as a story because the characters have chemistry. We spend most of the film with just two characters, but they don't become tiring. The film has the magic and sweetness you expect from Spielberg, but its not as visually interesting as it would be if he directed. I think the only thing dragging the film down was the directing which is very routine and almost TV quality. It would be ranked higher if it was more cinematic. But its a good movie and a bittersweet testament to the talent of a beloved young actor who died too soon.

SnoopyStyle Ernie Souchak (John Belushi) is a hard-nosed city reporter in Chicago. After corrupt cops put him in the hospital, his editor sends him out to the Rockies to do a story on bald eagle researcher Nell Porter (Blair Brown). She tries to kick him out but his guide has already left. They're stuck together in the wilderness for two weeks. The mismatch pair fight, discover each other and then sparks fly. The big problem remains the continental divide separating his city life and her outdoor research.John Belushi was sadly underused as a romantic lead. It's too bad. He has a naturally charming personality without his usual broad comedic touches. Blair Brown has a cute granola style. They are a good match. The Lawrence Kasdan script has plenty of fun and allows the couple to develop the chemistry. This is a good rom-com and Belushi could have broaden his range. His early death put an end to it all.

Wuchak RELEASED IN 1981 and directed by Michael Apted, "Continental Divide" stars John Belushi as Ernie Souchak, a popular Chicago columnist, whose controversial reporting compels his boss to send him to the scenic Rocky Mountains to interview a bald eagle researcher, Nell Porter (Blair Brown). Souchak is a city man who chain-smokes whereas Nell revels in the wilderness and hates journalists. Do ya think a relationship will blossom?This is not a typical John Belushi comedy, but rather a romantic drama with some amusing touches. "Continental Divide" is one of John's only serious roles, and he does it well. It's also one of his last films; less than six months after its release John passed away from drug abuse at the too-young age of 33 on March 5, 1982.I'm not a fan of romcoms, but I will occasional watch them if they're unconventional enough; and "Continental Divide" fits that description. There are a few minor laughs, usually tied to Souchak's awkwardness in the wilderness, but that's about it. Although light-hearted, this is indeed a serious film. It's not only entertaining; it surprisingly has a few notable things to say.The most prominent part of the film is the hour or so where Souchak goes to the Rockies and stays with Nell. Most men will likely become infatuated with Blair Brown as Souchak falls in love with Nell. I did. Blair was 35 years old at the time of filming and has a very earthy look; she never wears make-up and never reveals a lot of flesh. She doesn't need to. She has a strong, independent mindset and yet, at the same time, is winsome and alluring. Her body has the necessary natural roundish-ness and curves that attract red-blooded men.I heard some reviewers complain about the mountain man part (played by studly Tony Ganios). They argue that this is a meaningless and unneeded sequence. Actually the story is making a statement with this subplot. See my commentary below, if interested. The first two times I saw "Continental Divide" I felt it was dubiously named. Much of the story takes place in the mountains near the Continental Divide, so what? The third time I watched it the title's meaning dawned on me (aduh): Souchak and Nell's lives are divided by half a continent; how could a long-term relationship possibly work? The ending is surprising and unconventional, but it works.THE FILM RUNS 1 hour, 43 minutes and was shot in Chicago, Colorado, Washington and Los Angeles. WRITER: Lawrence Kasdan (observe how the kiss-his-wounds scene is reminiscent of the similar scene in Kasdan's "Raiders of the Lost Ark," which was released a few months earlier).GRADE: B+***SPOILER ALERT*** (Don't read further until you view the movie).Although Nell would occasionally meet the macho stud as a sexual outlet in the lonely wilderness, it's obvious she doesn't love the dude in a romantic sense. Their relationship is superficial because it fulfills only one purpose and doesn't go any deeper. As the story progresses Nell falls in love with Souchak, a man who is the antithesis of the studly mountain man in every way. Souchak isn't macho-looking at all; he's only of average height, if that, and isn't in very good physical shape. He is, however, an intelligent and expert writer, amongst other things. The message we can glean from this is that men don't have to be ultra-masculine-looking to win the heart of a beautiful woman. And you know what? It's true. Just look around. This is an encouraging message for guys who aren't the "tall, dark and handsome" type.

duefiori Well, i think its really a cute laugh-and-sigh movie.John Belushi is at his best as a non-comic character and the movie is a typical 'cult' - that is, not a masterpiece, OK, just cute, but the more you see it, the more you WILL see it MORE...This is a great movie of feelings and fun and stories and love. John Belushi is at his best as a brilliant actor, and all the cameos are well placed. Plus, personally it reminds me of something very personal - and when a movie touches personal feelings, well, it HAS to be a good movie, isn't it?The rating here is a lot lower than mine, of which i can't give an explanation. It is one of my favorite light comedies.