

The Whole Wide World
1996-09-08 · 106 min · ★ 6.6
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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- Directors
- Dan Ireland
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- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 1,300,000
Top Cast
Vincent D'OnofrioRobert E. Howard
Renée ZellwegerNovalyne Price
Ann WedgeworthMrs. Howard
Harve PresnellDr. Howard
Benjamin MoutonClyde Smith
Helen CatesEnid
Chris ShearerTruett
Marion EatonWoman on Bus
Libby VillariEtna Reed Price
Michael CorbettBooth Adams
Antonia BogdanovichTeacher
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