The Whole Wide World

“Based on a true story.”

6.6(50)19961h 46m

DramaRomance

In 1930s Texas, pulp fiction master Robert E. Howard is introduced to Novalyne Price, a teacher with aspirations of becoming an author herself, and they begin a unique relationship filled with conversation and imagination. Although the possibility exists for romance, Howard's obsession with his work and dedication to his sick mother leads Price to look elsewhere for love, leaving Howard feeling betrayed and alone.

Director

Dan Ireland

Budget

$1.3M

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Cast

Vincent D'Onofrio

Robert E. Howard

Renée Zellweger

Novalyne Price

Ann Wedgeworth

Mrs. Howard

Harve Presnell

Dr. Howard

Benjamin Mouton

Clyde Smith

Helen Cates

Enid

Leslie Buesing

Ethel

Chris Shearer

Truett

Sandy Walper

Mammy

Marion Eaton

Woman on Bus

Dell Aldrich

Mrs. Hemphill

Libby Villari

Etna Reed Price

Reviews

1 review

Wuchak

7y ago

8.0

Dating Conan the Barbarian’s creator in the heart of Texas in 1934-1936 Released in 1996, the movie focuses on budding writer Novalyne Price Ellis (Renée Zellweger) and her experiences with famous pulp writer, Robert E. Howard (Vincent D'Onofrio), creator of Conan the barbarian and other characters, like Kull, Solomon Kane and Red Sonya. The events take place in central Texas (Cross Plains and ...