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Finding Forrester

Play trailer Poster for Finding Forrester PG-13 Released Dec 19, 2000 2h 13m Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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A unique relationship develops between an eccentric, reclusive novelist and a young, amazingly gifted scholar-athlete. After the novelist discovers that the young athlete is also an excellent writer and secretly takes him on as his protégé, they develop an unlikely friendship. As they learn more about each other, they learn more about themselves, and ultimately, with the help of his new mentor, the basketball star must choose the right path.
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Despite the predictability of its plot and its similarity to Good Will Hunting, Finding Forrester has an honest, solid feel to it and good rapport between Connery and Brown.

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Nell Minow Common Sense Media Quality characters, solid film; OK for ages 14+. Rated: 4/5 Dec 24, 2010 Full Review Susan Stark Detroit News Rated: 4/4 Oct 18, 2008 Full Review Jonathan Rosenbaum Chicago Reader If director Gus Van Sant had always been a hack it wouldn't matter so much, but personally I find this form of licking the audience's cheeks like an obsequious puppy deeply offensive. Mar 25, 2008 Full Review Nick Rogers Midwest Film Journal Is Gus Van Sant embarrassed by this film? It's been a reasonable question ever since its first frame flickered on the screen, although it would be an unwarranted response for an imperfect but invigorating inversion of the comforting beats you expect. Rated: 4/5 Dec 31, 2020 Full Review Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) A nicely inspirational affair. Rated: 3/5 May 11, 2018 Full Review John A. Nesbit Old School Reviews predictable formula film that is quickly forgotten Rated: C Jul 22, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews

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Julia G Gostei muito do filme. Bom para assistir em família +12. Tem um drama leve e cenas de comédia. Você se apega ao personagem rabugento e se alegra com a inteligência do personagem mais novo. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/26/25 Full Review thiago s Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, o filme não tem cenas boas, e nem personagens bons, a história é fraca, mas o drama no filme dá uma pequena salvada de ser ruim, mas mesmo assim, eu não recomendo esse filme. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 02/28/25 Full Review Brian H A real treat. Connery brings the reclusive author to life with a cornucopia of quirks and issues. Life lessons on perception and prejudice flow through the entire movie but in ways that bring you deeper in instead of driving you away. You don't have to love basketball, NYC, or even literature to enjoy this story of coming into your own. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/12/24 Full Review Hunter N The plot was pretty good in general, but the unnecessary sexual references and sheer volume of profanity is unacceptable. Do not watch this movie. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 02/26/24 Full Review Rick M A superbly crafted story that brings the viewer right into the heart of the film. A very pleasant and unexpected surprise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/08/24 Full Review Arik S Finding forester is a great movie for those seeking a well rounded story not over acted and enjoyable to watch. The story line remains compelling throughout demonstrating wonderful growth for all characters. I continue to watch this movie regularly especially when I need to reminded about the value of hard work and friendship. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/08/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A unique relationship develops between an eccentric, reclusive novelist and a young, amazingly gifted scholar-athlete. After the novelist discovers that the young athlete is also an excellent writer and secretly takes him on as his protégé, they develop an unlikely friendship. As they learn more about each other, they learn more about themselves, and ultimately, with the help of his new mentor, the basketball star must choose the right path.
Director
Gus Van Sant
Producer
Laurence Mark, Dany Wolf
Screenwriter
Mike Rich
Distributor
Columbia Pictures
Production Co
Columbia Pictures, Laurence Mark Productions, Fountainbridge Films
Rating
PG-13 (Some Sexual References|Brief Strong Language)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 19, 2000, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$51.8M
Runtime
2h 13m
Sound Mix
Dolby Stereo, Dolby A, SDDS, DTS, Surround, Dolby Digital, Dolby SR
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