Finding Forrester
– Gus van Sant tells the story of a young African American man named Jamal who confronts his talents w..
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.
12 Jan 2001
English, German
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Gus Van Sant
Mike Rich
Sean Connery, Rob Brown, F. Murray Abraham, Anna Paquin
Because of scoring exceptionally high on a statewide standardized exam and being an exceptionally good basketball player Jamal Wallace is sent to a prestigious prep school in Manhattan. He soon befriends the reclusive writer, William Forrester.
5 wins & 13 nominations.
$51,370,406
Columbia Pictures