This episode of Real Beans explores the 1994 film adaptation of Little Women, explaining why the host found it deeply moving. It highlights standout performances (Winona Ryder, Claire Danes), Gillian Armstrong’s direction, Thomas Newman’s score, and the film’s quiet realism.
The conversation also examines the story’s themes—sisterhood, independence, identity, sacrifice—and includes personal anecdotes about loss and why certain scenes earned genuine tears. The episode pairs the discussion with a tasting of La Colombe’s Corsica blend and points listeners to where they can watch the film.
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📺 Where to Watch Little Women (1994)
Stream or rent on:
Amazon Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Little-Women-Winona-Ryder/dp/B000I9VFBG
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uSX1SA7pQSJiafI4gOHDF
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reel-beans/id1809155140
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reelbeans
📚 References & Further Reading
Library of America, The Moviegoer – Classic Hollywood’s Little Women:
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