Wild in the Country (1961)A troubled young man discovers that he has a knack for writing when a counselor encourages him to pursue a literary career. Director:Philip Dunne |
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Wild in the Country (1961)A troubled young man discovers that he has a knack for writing when a counselor encourages him to pursue a literary career. Director:Philip Dunne |
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| Elvis Presley | ... |
Glenn Tyler
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| Hope Lange | ... |
Irene Sperry
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| Tuesday Weld | ... |
Noreen Braxton
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| Millie Perkins | ... |
Betty Lee Parsons
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| Rafer Johnson | ... |
Davis
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| John Ireland | ... |
Phil Macy
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| Gary Lockwood | ... |
Cliff Macy
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William Mims | ... |
Uncle Rolfe Braxton
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Raymond Greenleaf | ... |
Dr. Underwood
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Christina Crawford | ... |
Monica George
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Robin Raymond | ... |
Flossie
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Glen Tyler (Elvis Presley) a down on his luck youth is sent to councilor Irene Sperry (Hope Lange) to begin battling his personal demons while under her tutelage a flair for writing emerges. Can She guide him down the right path or will her interference lead to his demise? Written by Conroys
A beautiful and passionate screenplay by Clifford Odets. Elvis plays a brawling delinquent with a hidden literary talent. Three women compete for his attention, lust and future. Millie Perkins plays the childhood sweetheart. Tuesday Weld is outstanding as the seductive cousin. The older of the three, Hope Lange, is an understanding psychiatrist trying to lead Elvis' character to college. The songs in this drama are limited, but highlighted by "I Slipped, I Stumbled, I Fell". An emotional performance turned in by Elvis. Some say this is one of his best movies. Watch it again to appreciate.