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Finding Forrester

2000, Movie, 2h 16min

Gus Van Sant tells the story of a young African American man named Jamal who confronts his talents while living on the streets of the Bronx. He accidentally runs into an old writer named Forrester who discovers his passion for writing. With help from his new mentor Jamal receives a scholarship to a private school.

Country: United States

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Reviews

Critic Caroline Westbrook

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...this is a warm-hearted character piece that steers refreshingly clear of ghetto movie clichés, and compensates for plot holes by focusing on the relationship between the two leads.

Read full review at Empire

Søren Klemensen

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A must see

2 years ago

Critic Kimberley Jones

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Sean Connery eschews his usual sccchhhexxy-Shhhhccccottish thing and delivers a rumpled, affectionately towering performance; newcomer Rob Brown, as the urban boy wonder, holds his own quite well.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Critic Kim Dorff Hansen

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...det delikate og besværlige forsøg på at bringe litteraturens indre verden til filmen...

Read full review at Cinemazone

Frequently asked questions

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A talented young man from the Bronx, Jamal Wallace, discovers his passion for writing when he accidentally meets a reclusive Pulitzer Prize-winning author, William Forrester. Despite their differences, the two form an unlikely bond that helps Jamal find his voice and pursue his dreams both on and off the basketball court. As their friendship grows, Forrester is inspired to confront his past and re-engage with the world around him.

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You can stream Finding Forrester on: Apple TV Amazon Store Fandango at Home

What movies are similar to Finding Forrester? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Finding Forrester include Saving Private Ryan, Braveheart, Good Night, and Good Luck., Troy, Munich, Coach Carter.

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Finding Forrester was released in theaters on January 12, 2001.