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Rebel in the Rye is a 2017 American biographical drama film directed and written by Danny Strong. It is based on the book J. D. Salinger: A Life by Kenneth Slawenski, about the life of writer J. D. Salinger during and after World War II.
Sep 15, 2017 · Rebel in the Rye: Directed by Danny Strong. With Nicholas Hoult, Kevin Spacey, Victor Garber, Hope Davis. The life of celebrated but reclusive author, J.D. Salinger, who gained worldwide fame with the publication of his novel, "The Catcher in the Rye".
- (11K)
- Biography, Drama, Romance
- Danny Strong
- 2017-09-15
Sep 8, 2017 · A biopic of J.D. Salinger that focuses on his early years and influences, but lacks his voice and vision. Nicholas Hoult plays the author, while Kevin Spacey shines as his mentor and editor.
Rebel in the Rye attempts to dramatize J.D. Salinger's life and creative process, but falters with a lack of dramatic impetus or a cohesive thesis about the reclusive author. Read Critics...
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- Danny Strong
- PG-13
- Nicholas Hoult
Jul 20, 2017 · Set amidst the colorful backdrop of mid-20th century New York City, Rebel in the Rye follows a young Salinger (Nicholas Hoult) as he struggles to find his voice, pursues a love affair with...
- 3 min
- 160.2K
- IFC Films
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Rebel in the Rye tells the story of one of the 20th century's greatest writers, J.D. Salinger, as he embarks on his writing career while studying at Columbia under the mentorship of his professor Whit Burnett and the events that led to the birth of his iconic book The Catcher in the Rye.
