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The Whole Wide World

1996 · 106 min

A quiet, wistful character study that lingers on conversation and longing, moving slowly toward a sadness you can see coming.

Directed by
Dan Ireland
Genres
Drama, Romance
Tagline
Based on a true story.
Overview
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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Directed by
Dan Ireland
Genres
Drama, Romance
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Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Themes
    • love
    • obsession
    • isolation
    • family
    • ambition
    Places
    • small town
    • countryside
    Era
    period
    Audience
    adult
    Form
    • true story
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language mild
    • Violence none
    • Sex mild
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    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action1
    Horror1
    Humour3
    Realism8
    Romance6
    Tension3
    Darkness5
    Complexity5
    Emotional weight7

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