The Straight Story (1999)
A true story that proves a little determination goes a very, very long way.
Storyline
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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Movie Details
| Original title | The Straight Story |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 3, 1999 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | biography, based on true story, nostalgic, road trip, family relationships, family, forgiveness, sibling relationship, melancholy, iowa, wisconsin, lawnmower |
FAQ
What is The Straight Story about?
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.
When was The Straight Story released?
The Straight Story was released on Sep 3, 1999 (status: Released).
Who directed The Straight Story?
David Lynch directed The Straight Story.
What is the TMDB rating of The Straight Story?
The Straight Story has a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 from 1,887 votes.