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The Straight Story (1999)

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An elderly man learns that his estranged brother has suffered a stroke. Determined to make amends before it is too late, he embarks on a long journey to see him. Unable to drive a car, he instead operates a slow-moving lawnmower across the rural countryside. His voyage becomes a quiet and reflective odyssey, bringing him into contact with various people who are touched by his simple determination and kindness.

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Mean Score

83/100

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232K+

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4.6 /5 (172)

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8.0 /10 (103K+)

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4.2 /5 (125K+)

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86 /100 (32)

8.4 /10 (137)

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69 /100 (3K+)

About The Straight Story

Director: David Lynch

Cast: Sissy Spacek, Richard Farnsworth, Jane Galloway Heitz

Language: English

Runtime: 112 min

Genre: Drama, Biography

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