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On the Road

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On the Road is a 2012 drama adapted from Jack Kerouac’s novel, depicting the travels of Kerouac and his associates through the United States during the late 1940s. The film features an ensemble cast and was produced with a $25 million budget, premiering at both the Cannes Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival. Initial reviews for the movie were mixed following its premiere.

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What is On the Road based on?

On the Road is a 2012 drama adapted from Jack Kerouac's novel. It follows fictionalized versions of Kerouac and his associates as they travel across the United States during the late 1940s.

What period does On the Road depict?

The story is set around the late 1940s, during the travels associated with the Beat generation. Its road journeys connect New York, the American West, Mexico, and other locations in the characters' search for freedom and experience.

Who appears in the cast of On the Road?

The film features an ensemble cast including Sam Riley, Garrett Hedlund, Kristen Stewart, and Kirsten Dunst. The characters are based on people from Kerouac's literary and personal circle.

What was the budget of On the Road?

The film was produced with a reported budget of $25 million. It premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2012 before its wider theatrical release.

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