The Whole Wide World
6.6
106 minutes
9/8/1996
Overview
In 1930s Texas, pulp fiction master Robert E. Howard is introduced to Novalyne Price, a teacher with aspirations of becoming an author herself, and they begin a unique relationship filled with conversation and imagination. Although the possibility exists for romance, Howard's obsession with his work and dedication to his sick mother leads Price to look elsewhere for love, leaving Howard feeling betrayed and alone.
Cast List
Vincent D'Onofrio
as Robert E. Howard
Renée Zellweger
as Novalyne Price
Ann Wedgeworth
as Mrs. Howard
Harve Presnell
as Dr. Howard
Benjamin Mouton
as Clyde Smith
Helen Cates
as Enid
Leslie Buesing
as Ethel
Chris Shearer
as Truett
Sandy Walper
as Mammy
Marion Eaton
as Woman on Bus
Dell Aldrich
as Mrs. Hemphill
Libby Villari
as Etna Reed Price
Michael Corbett
as Booth Adams
Antonia Bogdanovich
as Teacher
Elizabeth D'Onofrio
as Mrs. Smith
Stephen Marshall
as Director
Bridgett
as Wolf