description The Paperboy Overview
The Paperboy is a 2012 crime drama centered on a Miami reporter’s return to rural Florida to investigate the murder of a death row inmate. The story involves complex relationships within a small community and an unfolding investigation led by Ward Jansen. Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, and others star in this adaptation of Pete Dexter's novel.
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info The Paperboy Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2012 |
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What is The Paperboy about?
The 2012 film follows reporter Ward Jansen as he returns to Lately, Florida, to investigate death-row prisoner Hillary Van Wetter's murder conviction. The story is set in 1969 and is based on Pete Dexter's 1995 novel.
Who plays Ward Jansen in The Paperboy?
Matthew McConaughey plays Ward Jansen, while Zac Efron plays his younger brother Jack. Nicole Kidman plays Charlotte Bless and John Cusack plays convicted killer Hillary Van Wetter.
Who directed The Paperboy?
Lee Daniels co-wrote and directed the film. It premiered at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival before its wider theatrical release.
Is The Paperboy a mystery or a thriller?
It is a crime drama thriller built around a disputed conviction, investigative reporting, and dangerous relationships. The film is more adult and psychologically intense than a straightforward newspaper mystery.
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