Finding Forrester
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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Frequently asked questions about Finding Forrester
Where can I watch Finding Forrester in the United States?
Finding Forrester is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Finding Forrester?
Finding Forrester scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Finding Forrester?
Finding Forrester stars Sean Connery, Rob Brown, F. Murray Abraham, Anna Paquin, and Damany Mathis. Gus Van Sant is the director.
How long is Finding Forrester?
Finding Forrester runs 2h 16m (136 minutes).
When did Finding Forrester come out?
Finding Forrester was released on December 21, 2000.
Which studio made Finding Forrester?
Finding Forrester was produced by Laurence Mark Productions, Fountainbridge Films, and Columbia Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Finding Forrester?
Finding Forrester was made on a budget of $43,000,000.
How much did Finding Forrester make at the box office?
Finding Forrester grossed $80,100,000 worldwide, against a budget of $43,000,000.
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