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Lone Star

1996Movie2 h 15 minR

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A slow-burning, intriguing drama movie about crime and mystery.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

John Sayles invites you to return to the scene of the crime.

When the skeleton of his murdered predecessor is found, Sheriff Sam Deeds unearths many other long-buried secrets in his Texas border town.

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Texas Border Town
Murder Mystery
Long-Buried Secrets
Social Commentary
Political Intrigue
Character-Driven
Slow-Burn Suspense
Atmospheric Setting
Class & Corruption

Crew

Directed by: John Sayles
Written by: John Sayles
Produced by: Maggie Renzi, R. Paul Miller
Music by: Mason Daring

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Facts

June 21, 1996 · 2 h 15 min · R

Released: June 21, 1996
Runtime: 2 h 15 min
Age rating: R
Content: Violence, Strong Language
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Western
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Budget: $5 million
Box office: $13 million
Available in: 18 countries