The Whole Wide World
“Based on a true story.”
1996•1h 46m•6.6•Released
DramaRomance
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.
Director
Dan Ireland
Writer
Michael Scott Myers
Budget
$1M
Languages
English
Cast
Vincent D'Onofrio
Robert E. Howard
Renée Zellweger
Novalyne Price
Ann Wedgeworth
Mrs. Howard
Harve Presnell
Dr. Howard
Benjamin Mouton
Clyde Smith
Helen Cates
Enid
Leslie Buesing
Ethel
Chris Shearer
Truett
Sandy Walper
Mammy
Marion Eaton
Woman on Bus
Dell Aldrich
Mrs. Hemphill
Libby Villari
Etna Reed Price
Michael Corbett
Booth Adams
Antonia Bogdanovich
Teacher
Elizabeth D'Onofrio
Mrs. Smith
Production
Producer
Vincent D'Onofrio
Producer
Kevin Reidy
Producer
Dan Ireland
Producer
Carl Colpaert
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