Unstrung Heroes
1995 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
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.
Direction Diane Keaton
Cast Andie MacDowell · John Turturro · Michael Richards · Maury Chaykin · Nathan Watt · Giuseppe Andrews · Kendra Krull
Soundtrack Thomas Newman
Screenplay Richard LaGravenese · Franz Lidz
Cinematography Phedon Papamichael
Original title Unstrung Heroes
5.7
247 votes (FilmAffinity)
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