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The film adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's contemporary classic book, The Road, has hit every bump on the road (sorry) possible, from shifting release dates to delayed production schedule. However, it seems that the father-son wartime drama will finally see the light of day. The Road is scheduled for release on Oct. 16.
Originally set to premiere during the 2008 award season, The Road might still be able to gather a few nominations this year, despite being delayed for almost a year because of difficulty with special effects.
With a cast of Oscar nominees and winners that includes Charlize Theron, Viggo Mortensen and Robert Duvall, the story is centered around the relationship between a man and his son trying to survive in post-apocalyptic America.
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yes! it's about time. can't wait.
It's still too long to wait. I recommend anyone interested that hasn't read the book, to do so as soon as possible. It will be interesting to see how much the Hollywood machinery changes the storyline. I hope they don't resort to inserting the politics of the moment. This book is an allegorical neo-Gothic masterpiece. Christian existentialism or mysticism? At any rate I hope they will do it justice. The cast looks well chosen. I was impressed with the film version of "No Country For Old Men" even though several characters and passages were cut from the screenplay. I hope they don't slice "The Road" up too badly.