"Out of Africa" is a 1985 American epic romantic drama film directed and produced by Sydney Pollack
And starring Meryl Streep and Robert Redford. The film is based on the 1937 autobiographical book of the same name by Isak Dinesen (the pen name of Karen Blixen), as well as Judith Thurman's 1982 biography of Dinesen.
The film follows the life of Karen Blixen (Streep), a strong-willed woman who, with her philandering husband Baron Bror Blixen (Klaus Maria Brandauer), runs a coffee plantation in Kenya in the early 1900s. As Karen explores the land, she meets and falls in love with a mysterious white hunter, Denys Finch Hatton (Redford). The story spans from 1913 to 1931, chronicling Karen's journey of self-discovery, her tumultuous marriage, and her passionate but tragic love affair with Denys.
"Out of Africa" was a critical and commercial success, winning seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director for Pollack, and Best Supporting Actor for Brandauer. The film was praised for its beautiful cinematography, which captured the breathtaking landscapes of Kenya, as well as the strong performances of its lead actors.
The soundtrack, composed by John Barry, also received an Oscar and is considered one of the most memorable film scores of the 1980s. "Out of Africa" is recognized as a classic epic romance and one of the defining films of Sydney Pollack's career. It remains a beloved adaptation of Karen Blixen's life story and a testament to the power of love and self-discovery in the face of adversity.