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Salinger(2013)

2h 5mDocumentaryEnglish
6.4/10
69 user ratings

Uncover the mystery but don't spoil the secrets!

Overview

An in-depth investigation into the private world of the American writer J. D. Salinger (1919-2010), who lived most of his life behind the impenetrable wall of a self-imposed seclusion: how his dramatic experiences during World War II influenced his life and work, his relationships with very young women, his obsessive writing methods, his many literary secrets.

Director

Shane Salerno

Studio

The Story Factory

Budget

$2M

Revenue

$651K

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Cast

Michael Mcdermott

as Self - Photojournalist

A. E. Hotchner

A. E. Hotchner

as Self - Writer

Jean Miller

as Self - Salinger's Friend

Gore Vidal

Gore Vidal

as Self - Writer

Tom Wolfe

Tom Wolfe

as Self - Writer

John Guare

as Self - Playwright

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman

as Self - Actor

Martin Sheen

Martin Sheen

as Self - Actor

Harvey Jason

as Self - Rare Bookseller

Paul Alexander

as Self - Salinger's Biographer

Richard Stayton

as Self - Book Editor

Robert Towne

Robert Towne

as Self - Screenwriter

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Movie Facts

Release Year

2013

Runtime

2h 5m

Language

English

Rating

6.4 / 10

Budget

$2M

Box Office

$651K

Production Companies

The Story Factory

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Where can I watch Salinger?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Salinger (2013).

What is Salinger about?

An in-depth investigation into the private world of the American writer J. D. Salinger (1919-2010), who lived most of his life behind the impenetrable wall of a self-imposed seclusion: how his dramatic experiences during World War II influenced his life and work, his relationships with very young women, his obsessive writing methods, his many literary secrets.

Who directed Salinger?

Salinger was directed by Shane Salerno and released in 2013. It is a documentary film.

How long is Salinger?

Salinger has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

Who stars in Salinger?

The cast of Salinger includes Michael Mcdermott as Self - Photojournalist, A. E. Hotchner as Self - Writer, Jean Miller as Self - Salinger's Friend, Gore Vidal as Self - Writer, Tom Wolfe as Self - Writer and more.

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