The Paperboy (2012)

A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate.

Director:

Lee Daniels

Writers:

Peter Dexter (screenplay), Lee Daniels (screenplay),

Stars:

Zac Efron, Matthew McConaughey, Nicole Kidman

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 3 wins & 6 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Zac Efron	...	Jack Jansen
Matthew McConaughey	...	Ward Jansen
Nicole Kidman	...	Charlotte Bless
John Cusack	...	Hillary Van Wetter
David Oyelowo	...	Yardley Acheman
Scott Glenn	...	W.W. Jansen
Ned Bellamy	...	Tyree Van Wetter
Nealla Gordon	...	Ellen Guthrie
Macy Gray	...	Anita Chester
Edrick Browne	...	Hustler #1
Kevin Waterman	...	Victim
Danny Hanemann	...	Sheriff Thurmond Call
Peter Murnik	...	Death Row Guard
John P. Fertitta	...	Sam Ellison (as John Fertitta)
Jay Oliver	...	Mr. Guthrie / Wedding Guest (as James Oliver)

Storyline

A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate.

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Plot Keywords:

death row inmate | florida | reporter | bathroom | topless pregnant woman | 

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Genres:

Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong sexual content, violence and language

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Official site [jp]

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 October 2012 (Belgium)

Also Known As:

Paperboy

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$12,500,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$102,706 (USA) (5 October 2012)

Gross:

$692,640 (USA) (16 November 2012)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Benaroya Pictures, Lee Daniels Entertainment, Millennium Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

107 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Pedro Almodóvar was several times approached to helm this project and seriously considered to make it his first English-speaking feature. He finally declined but, allegedly, he participated in early versions of the script.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Interviewer: [off-screen] Just tell me when you're rolling.

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Connections

Features The Edge of Night (1956)

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Soundtracks

"Wedding March"
Written by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy (as Felix Mendessohn)
Arranged by Mario Grigorov

User Reviews

The Paperboy really delivers

After watching the movie I was asking myself what the heck did I just watch, but whatever it was I liked it....Now first off this movies is not for everyone, it's extremely sexual, violent, and at times confusing, but it is never dull or plotting. The story is captivating and the actor/actresses pull you in right from the start and never let go until the ending credits roll. The storyline is unique and original with it's crazy cast of characters. Don't try and out think this one, go with the flow and let this backwoods swamp tale take you on an mesmerizing journey into a world you'll be glad you were able to glimpse.

I'm going to say a few things about some of the actors/actresses as they truly do make this a must see movie. First Matthew McConaughey, if he's starting to get type-cast so what, he is absolutely wonderful in this role...bravo. Nicole Kidman is sensational, once again proving no matter what the role she excels and is without a doubt one of the very finest actresses of our time. John Cusack takes on a very different type of character than what you've seen of him the past and really shines and delivers a riveting memorable performance. The entire cast of this movie deserves credit for bring life to this Lee Daniels film.

I've noticed that some reviewers are giving this a less than glowing review, but in my humble but accurate opinion, this is an excellent piece of film making and should be given it's rightful praise for what it is....OUTSTANDING!!