The Prince of Tides is a 1991 film which tells the story of a writer who is reluctant to help his sister's psychiatrist to unlock family secrets. It stars Barbra Streisand, Nick Nolte, Blythe Danner, Kate Nelligan[?], Jeroen Krabbé[?], Melinda Dillon[?] and George Carlin.
The movie was adapted by Pat Conroy[?] and Becky Johnston[?] from Conroy's novel. It was directed by Streisand.
It was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Nick Nolte), Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Kate Nelligan), Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Best Cinematography, Best Music, Original Score, Best Picture and Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium.