The Straight Story
4.1
(258)
Drama
1999
112 min
G
A retired farmer and widower in his 70s, Alvin Straight learns one day that his distant brother Lyle has suffered a stroke and may not recover. Alvin is determined to make things right with Lyle while he still can, but his brother lives in Wisconsin, while Alvin is stuck in Iowa with no car and no driver's license. Then he hits on the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
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"David Lynch directing a Disney movie has got to be the ultimate just-crazy-enough-to-work idea to ever exist. Best road trip movie ever"
Derek Matzek
"Oldie 1999 but goodie. Elderly man sets out on a journey to visit his brother. Can't drive a car so he rides his đźšś hundreds of miles. Wisconsin to Iowa. Heartwarming and entertaining. Disney film. Richard Farnsworth and Sissy Spacek."
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Kiki Stephens
"This movie is very slow, so if you’re the type to need some action to stay engaged, this film might not be for you. However, it hits you right in the heart. It’s packed with emotion, and if you’re sensitive, it even has potential to coax a couple tears. It’s an amazing movie."
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Kylie Trombley
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