An unprecedented look inside the private world of J.D. Salinger, the reclusive author of The Catcher in the Rye.

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The life of author J.D. Salinger from his military service in World War II to the publication of his novel 'Catcher in the Rye' in 1951.

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An unprecedented look inside the private world of J.D. Salinger, the reclusive author of The Catcher in the Rye.

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Rated PG-13 for disturbing war images, thematic elements and smoking | See all certifications »
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$2,000,000 (estimated)

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$86,956 (USA) (6 September 2013)

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$575,775 (USA) (11 October 2013)
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Shows the last ever photographs of J. D. Salinger See more »

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When reviewing JD Salinger's military service, the painting "The Price" by war artist Tom Lea is briefly shown. The image of the painting has been flopped from left to right. See more »

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References My Foolish Heart (1949) See more »

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Excellent! A must see for Salinger fans...
23 September 2013 | by (United States) – See all my reviews

This is a fantastic documentary. I read the new book, "Salinger" a week prior and still thoroughly enjoyed the documentary. While there is more information in the book, the documentary provided all the emotion that is hard to derive from a book. It was amazing to see footage of Salinger that had never been released. This is not a one sided portrayal of the author. The film makers successfully show his attributes and weaknesses. None of the interviews were superfluous. The music was gorgeous. I've read criticism about the reenactments of Salinger typing in his room. I thought they were very appropriate and not overused. Errol Morris had many more reenactments in "The Thin Blue Line," but that, too was an excellent documentary. I had HIGH hopes about his documentary when I heard it was going to be released and I was not disappointed in the least.


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