The Straight Story
In a gentle, G-rated change of pace that still features his trademark fascination with rural American quirkiness, director David Lynch recounts the true story of 73 year-old retiree Alvin Straight (the late, great Richard Farnsworth). Upon learning his estranged brother has suffered a stroke, and himself unable to drive a car, Straight loaded up his riding mower and set out on a 300 mile trek to Wisconsin to see his sibling and make amends. Sissy Spacek, Everett McGill and Harry Dean Stanton also star.
Year: 1999
Genre: True Stories, Road Movies, Paul's Favourites, Nick's Favourites, Best of the 1990s, Spiritual Cinema, Biography
Country: USA
Director: David Lynch
Starring: Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Everett McGill, Harry Dean Stanton
Duration: 107 Minutes
Rating: G
8/10
Location in store: Cult
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