Finding Forrester
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Finding Forrester
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 2000-12-21
- Runtime: 136 minutes
- Rating: 7.1/10 (1139 votes)
- Budget: $43,000,000
- Revenue: $80,100,000
- Production Companies: Laurence Mark Productions, Fountainbridge Films, Columbia Pictures, Finding Forrester Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.4766
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Sean Connery
as William Forrester
Rob Brown
as Jamal Wallace
F. Murray Abraham
as Robert Crawford
Anna Paquin
as Claire Spence
Damany Mathis
as Kenzo
Busta Rhymes
as Terrell Wallace
April Grace
as Ms. Joyce
Michael Pitt
as John Coleridge
Michael Nouri
as Dr. Spence
Richard Easton
as Prof. Matthews
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finding Forrester?▼
Finding Forrester is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 2000-12-21.
Who are the main actors in Finding Forrester?▼
The main cast includes Sean Connery, Rob Brown, F. Murray Abraham, Anna Paquin, Damany Mathis, .
Where can I watch Finding Forrester online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Finding Forrester is available.
Is Finding Forrester based on a true story?▼
In an ordinary place, he found the one person to make his life extraordinary.
What is the IMDb rating of Finding Forrester?▼
Finding Forrester has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 1139 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Finding Forrester?▼
The movie had a production budget of $43,000,000 and earned $80,100,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Finding Forrester?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Laurence Mark Productions, Fountainbridge Films, Columbia Pictures, Finding Forrester Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Finding Forrester filmed?▼
Finding Forrester was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Finding Forrester?▼
The total runtime of Finding Forrester is 136 minutes.
Is Finding Forrester suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Finding Forrester?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Finding Forrester.
Does Finding Forrester have a post-credit scene?▼
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