TownRootGuy This is a must see for movie buffs, a probably for Williams fans, a maybe for liberals and it seems likely to be loathsome to the far right. It's ... bizarre? Garp has some great stars AND the funny might leave you breathless at times but it shouldn't leave you tongue-less.It's ... uh ... an interesting movie. I can't recommend it simply because I doubt most people would enjoy it today. I can watch it every 10 years or so.

grantss Good, interesting, moving film about one man's life, which sums up life itself - growing up, experiencing new things, love, marriage, kids, temptations, troubles, loss, everything. Starring Robin Williams I expected it to be over-the-top funny but it turned out to be a very good drama, with some funny moments thrown in.Excellent story, solid direction, good performances. Robin Williams demonstrates his dramatic acting ability, and the supporting cast are great. John Lithgow is particularly impressive in an unusual, and what must have been demanding, role.Definitely worth watching - you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Paul Magne Haakonsen While "The World According to Garp" is a nice movie, it is not quite as memorable as I would have expected. I haven't read the Irving novel, so I don't know how true to the book the film version is.The story follows Garp from his birth up to adulthood and parenthood, and it follows all those in his life and family. There are too many events to go through, so it is better to say that you should watch the entire movie, because a synopsis hardly do the entire story justice.Despite being from 1982, then the movie still holds its own today and can be watched every now and then with some years passing.What makes "The World According to Garp" good is the cast ensemble and the very impressive performances they all deliver. In the lead role as Garp is Robin Williams, who handled a serious role quite well. Playing his mother Jenny was Glenn Close, and she really brought something solid to the movie. But most impressive was John Lithgow in the role of a post-op transsexual NFL player. Lithgow was amazing in this movie. Mary Beth Hurt playing Garp's wife Helen also did a good job with her character.The movie runs a bit over two hours, which was starting to get a bit strained at times. But there is always something new happening, so it doesn't get repetitive.

andre andreas This movie is very underrated. It is one of the best Robin Williams movies and it belongs in the top ten comedies list. Very funny from first minute to the end. Trust me and watch this movie because you will not be disappointed. It is also a life lesson with examples of jealousy, personal strength, and self worth, and I am not even talking about the feminist ideas that are present in the movie. This movie is hilarious!!some lines from the movie.what is gradual school? Well, gradual school is where kids go and then gradually realize that they don't want to go to school anymore..describing a woman who wrote a book about lust but she has never felt lust or partnership (love) :line: Its like listening to a plant describing the motives of a mammal.