As I Lay Dying (2013)
Based on the classic novel by William Faulkner, first published in 1930, "As I Lay Dying" is the story of the death of Addie Bundren and her family's quest to honor her last wish to be buried in the nearby town of Jefferson.
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Darl Bundren -
Anse -
Cash -
Dewey Dell -
Jewel -
Vardaman Bundren -
Vernon Tull -
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Dr. Peabody -
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Kate Tull -
Eula Tull
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Reverend Whitfield
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Samson
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Mrs. Samson
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Director:
James FrancoWriters:
William Faulkner (based on a novel by), James Franco (screenplay), Matt Rager (screenplay)All Cast & Crew
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2 wins & 1 nomination.Reviews & Commentary
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The original book, upon which the movie is based, is told from the perspective of fifteen different characters over fifty-nine chapters. Split screens are used throughout much of the movie, and this is designed to reflect the different perspectives ... ...
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Addie Bundren:
My father used to say that the reason for living was to get ready to stay dead for a long time.
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Different actors play Lafe and McCallum. As Cleanth Brooks pointed out shortly after the novel was written, these two are the same person: Lafe McCallum.
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Release Date:
22 October 2013Language
English
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USABox Office
Budget:
$5,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$7,143 (USA) (13 October 2013)
Gross:
$15,009 (USA) (18 October 2013)
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