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Unstrung Heroes

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Original title

Unstrung Heroes

Year

1995

Running time

93 min.

Country

United States

Director

Diane Keaton

Screenwriter

Richard LaGravenese. Autobiography: Franz Lidz

Cast

Music

Thomas Newman

Cinematography

Phedon Papamichael

Producer

Hollywood Pictures

Genre

Drama | Childhood. 1960s. Biography. Based on a true story

Synopsis

Steven Lidz, unhappy with his home life since his mother got sick, goes and lives with his two crazy Uncles. Semi-autobiographical tale of Steven Lidz (Nathan Watt), growing up in 1960s California with a mother who is dying of cancer (Andie MacDowell) and a nutty professor-type father (John Turturro) who refuses to accept her illness. A desperate Steven goes to live with his two oddball uncles (Michael Richards and Maury Chaykin) who provide understanding and insight for the youngster, as well as a new name, Franz. Moving and quirky without being sappy, Keaton's feature debut avoids what would've been easy stereotypes. Based on the autobiography by Franz Lidz.

Awards: 1995: Nominated for Oscar: Best Original Soundtrack Comedy or Musical

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Unstrung Heroes

1995

Diane Keaton

5.7

(255)