
The Straight Story
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This heartwarming film, directed by David Lynch, follows the true story of Alvin Straight, an elderly man who embarks on a unique journey across the American Midwest. Determined to reconcile with his ailing brother, Alvin travels over 240 miles on a lawnmower, showcasing themes of perseverance and familial bonds. Richard Farnsworth delivers a poignant performance as Alvin, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. The film’s gentle narrative and stunning cinematography offer a departure from Lynch’s usual style, making it a standout in his filmography. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 52min
Views:3232
Release:1999
Release Date:1999-10-15
Genre:Best Biography, Best Independent, Biography, Drama, Family, Road Trip
Director:David Lynch
Actors:Dan Flannery, Donald Wiegert, Ed Grennan, Everett McGill, Harry Dean Stanton, Jack Walsh, Jane Galloway Heitz, Jennifer Edwards, John Farley, Joseph A. Carpenter, Kevin Farley, Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Tracey Maloney
Country:France, United Kingdom, United States of America
Company:Asymmetrical Productions, Canal+, Channel Four Films
Awards:Nominated for 1 Oscar, 19 wins & 40 nominations total
Budget:$10,000,000
Worldwide Gross:$6,454,542
TMDB:7.7
Rotten Tomatoes:95%
FilmAffinity:7.8
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