The Straight Story

Name: The Straight Story
Released: 1999-10-15T00:00:00-04:00

G 1999 Drama · 1h 52m

Retired farmer and widower Alvin Straight learns one day that his estranged brother Lyle has suffered a severe stroke. Alvin is determined to make things right with Lyle while he still can, but his brother lives in Wisconsin, while Alvin is stuck in Iowa with no car and no driver's license. He then has the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.

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About The Straight Story

Alvin Straight, a widower and retired farmer in his 70s living in Iowa, discovers his estranged brother Lyle has suffered a stroke. Despite being elderly, frail, and without a driver's license, Alvin feels compelled to reconcile with Lyle, who lives in Wisconsin. Unable to drive a car, Alvin decides to embark on an arduous 240-mile journey riding his lawnmower. This journey becomes a poignant exploration of family, forgiveness, and the determination to mend broken bonds, showcasing the beauty and simplicity of the American heartland along the way.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by the visionary David Lynch, 'The Straight Story' boasts a stellar cast led by Richard Farnsworth as Alvin Straight, delivering a performance of understated brilliance. Sissy Spacek shines as Alvin's caring daughter, Rose. Harry Dean Stanton appears as Lyle Straight, Alvin's ailing brother. Jane Galloway Heitz portrays Dorothy, a kind-hearted woman Alvin encounters on his journey. Joseph A. Carpenter plays Bud, one of the many helpful individuals Alvin meets. Donald Wiegert appears as a John Deere Salesman.

What people like about The Straight Story

Critics and audiences alike praised 'The Straight Story' for its heartwarming narrative, stunning cinematography, and the exceptional performance of Richard Farnsworth. Many reviewers highlighted the film's ability to evoke profound emotions through its simple story and deliberate pacing. The movie's sincere exploration of themes such as forgiveness, family, and perseverance resonated deeply with viewers, making it a critical and commercial success. People loved Lynch's departure from his usual style and how he managed to tell such a beautiful and moving story with simplicity and grace.

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Movie Score

77%

Released

October 15, 1999

Director

David Lynch

Cast

Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Harry Dean Stanton, Jane Galloway Heitz, Joseph A. Carpenter, Donald Wiegert

Genre

Drama

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