Finding Forrester
2000·Movie·
·2h 16min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
In an ordinary place, he found the one person to make his life extraordinary.
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.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersOvercoming PrejudiceSelf-DiscoveryPersonal GrowthMentorshipEducationFriendship
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersUnlikely FriendshipOvercoming Self-DoubtCreative CollaborationUncovering Hidden TalentsWriting As A Creative OutletEducational StrugglesPursuit Of ScholarshipNavigating Cultural Differences
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- Narrative
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- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Harris Savides, Gus Van Sant
Written by:
Mike Rich
Produced by:
Sean Connery, Laurence Mark, Rhonda Tollefson
Cast
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