The Straight StoryPG

Directed by David Lynch | USA | 1999 | 1h 52m | Starring Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Everett McGill, Harry Dean Stanton, Dan Flannery

Alvin Straight is 73 years old when he learns that his estranged brother Lyle has suffered a stroke and is critically ill. Unable to drive, Alvin sets off on an epic 260-mile journey from Iowa to Mt. Zion riding on his trusty John Deere lawnmower. Based on a true story and featuring an Oscar-nominated performance from Richard Farnsworth, David Lynch’s sweet, picturesque, and at times deeply spiritual film has been beautifully restored in stunning 4K.

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Reviews

‘It’s Lynch’s finest film.’
★★★★★
Kevin Maher, The Times

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