The World Made Straight
“For blood. For money. For a way out.”
Synopsis
In a rural Appalachian community haunted by the legacy of a Civil War massacre, a rebellious young man struggles to escape the violence that would bind him to the past.
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The World Made Straight Official Trailer #1 (2015) - Haley Joel Osment, Minka Kelly Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-11-21
Top Cast
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Haley Joel Osment
Shank
Minka Kelly
Dena
Noah Wyle
Leonard
Jeremy Irvine
Travis
Adelaide Clemens
Lori
Marcus Hester
Hubert
Sandra Ellis Lafferty
Mrs. Ponder
Steve Earle
Carlton
Stephen Gevedon
Grandfather
Tim Ware
Store Manager
Diana Lenska
Leonard's Grandmother
Tom Gilroy
Mr. Anderson
Robin Mullins
Mother
Colin Dennard
Wesley
Fred Galle
Patient
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 9, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 17, 2015
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Burris
- Screenplay & Story
- Shane Danielsen
- Original Title
- The World Made Straight
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- Myriad Pictures, Bifrost Pictures, Dreambridge Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Burris
Shane Danielsen, Ron Rash
Tim Orr
Mako Kamitsuna
David Burris, Todd J. Labarowski, Michael Wrenn, Robert Ogden Barnum, Brad Coolidge
Department Leadership Roster
David Burris
Director
Shane Danielsen
Screenplay
David Burris
Producer
Todd J. Labarowski
Producer
Michael Wrenn
Producer
Tim Orr
Director of Photography
Mako Kamitsuna
Editor
Russell Barnes
Production Design
Russell Towery
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The World Made Straight
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What is The World Made Straight about?
In a rural Appalachian community haunted by the legacy of a Civil War massacre, a rebellious young man struggles to escape the violence that would bind him to the past.
Who directed The World Made Straight?
The World Made Straight was directed by David Burris.
Who stars in The World Made Straight?
The principal cast of The World Made Straight includes Haley Joel Osment, Minka Kelly, Noah Wyle, Jeremy Irvine, Adelaide Clemens.
When was The World Made Straight released and how long is it?
The World Made Straight was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Is The World Made Straight based on a book or true story?
The World Made Straight is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ron Rash".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The World Made Straight?
The World Made Straight holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).