description Melvin and Howard Overview
Melvin and Howard is a 1980 comedy-drama directed by Jonathan Demme, based on the story of Melvin Dummar and Howard Hughes’s contested will. The screenplay, adapted from real events surrounding a $156 million inheritance, earned Bo Goldman an Academy Award. Paul Le Mat, Jason Robards, and Mary Steenburgen star in the film which received critical acclaim upon its release.
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info Melvin and Howard Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1980 |
help Melvin and Howard FAQ
Is Melvin and Howard based on a true story?
Yes, the 1980 comedy-drama is adapted from real events surrounding the contested will of billionaire Howard Hughes. It focuses on the story of Melvin Dummar, who claimed to have picked up a stranded Hughes in the Nevada desert.
Who directed Melvin and Howard?
The film was directed by Jonathan Demme, who later won an Academy Award for directing The Silence of the Lambs. The movie was praised for its quirky, humanistic take on the American dream.
Did Melvin and Howard win any Academy Awards?
Yes, Bo Goldman won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for his adaptation of the story. The film's screenplay effectively dramatizes the controversial $156 million inheritance dispute.
Who stars in Melvin and Howard as Melvin Dummar and Howard Hughes?
Paul Le Mat stars as Melvin Dummar, while Jason Robards portrays the reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes. The supporting cast also includes Mary Steenburgen, who won an Oscar for her role as Dummar's wife.
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