The Whole Wide World
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The Whole Wide World

“Based on a true story.”

★ 6.6/10 TMDB 1996-09-08 106 min

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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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
Leslie Buesing
Ethel
Chris Shearer
Chris Shearer
Truett
Sandy Walper
Mammy
Marion Eaton
Marion Eaton
Woman on Bus
Dell Aldrich
Mrs. Hemphill
Libby Villari
Libby Villari
Etna Reed Price
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