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The Whole Wide World

The Whole Wide World

Based on a true story.

19966.61h 46m

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.

Directed by Dan Ireland
Written by Michael Scott Myers, Novalyne Price Ellis
Produced by Kevin Reidy, Dan Ireland, Vincent D'Onofrio
Box OfficeBudget: $1.3M0

Top Cast

Vincent D'Onofrio

Vincent D'Onofrio

Robert E. Howard

Renée Zellweger

Renée Zellweger

Novalyne Price

Ann Wedgeworth

Ann Wedgeworth

Mrs. Howard

Harve Presnell

Harve Presnell

Dr. Howard

Benjamin Mouton

Benjamin Mouton

Clyde Smith

Helen Cates

Helen Cates

Enid

L

Leslie Buesing

Ethel

Chris Shearer

Chris Shearer

Truett

S

Sandy Walper

Mammy

Marion Eaton

Marion Eaton

Woman on Bus

Themes & Keywords

teacherwriterwistful

About The Whole Wide World

The Whole Wide World is a drama, romance film released in 1996 exploring themes of teacher, writer, wistful. Directed by Dan Ireland, it stars Vincent D'Onofrio, Renée Zellweger, Ann Wedgeworth. 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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