The Whole Wide World 1996
“Based on a true story.”
What is The Whole Wide World?
The Whole Wide World is a 1996 American independent biographical film directed by Dan Ireland in his directorial debut. Based on a true story, the drama and romance film was released in the United States on December 20, 1996, with a runtime of one hour and forty-six minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 106 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 8, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Budget
- $1,300,000
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Updated
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Overview
The Whole Wide World is a 1996 American independent biographical film directed by Dan Ireland in his directorial debut. Based on a true story, the drama and romance film was released in the United States on December 20, 1996, with a runtime of one hour and forty-six minutes. The picture depicts the relationship between pulp fiction writer Robert E. Howard, played by Vincent D'Onofrio, and schoolteacher Novalyne Price Ellis, played by Renée Zellweger. Set in 1930s Texas, pulp fiction master Robert E. Howard is introduced to Novalyne Price, a teacher with aspirations of becoming an author herself, and they begin a unique relationship filled with conversation and imagination. Although the possibility exists for romance, Howard's obsession with his work and dedication to his sick mother leads Price to look elsewhere for love, leaving Howard feeling betrayed and alone.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and romance that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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The Whole Wide World is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is The Whole Wide World worth watching?
The Whole Wide World holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 52 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Whole Wide World and when was it released?
The Whole Wide World is a feature film with a runtime of 106 minutes. It was released in 1996. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Whole Wide World?
The Whole Wide World was directed by Dan Ireland.
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