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The Cider House Rules (1985) is a novel by American writer John Irving, a Bildungsroman that was later adapted into a 1999 film and a stage play by Peter Parnell.The story, set in the pre– and post–World War II era, tells of a young man, Homer Wells, growing up under the guidance of Dr. Wilbur Larch, an obstetrician and abortion provider.
The Cider House Rules derives affecting drama from wonderful performances, lovely visuals, and an old-fashioned feel. The film follows the life of Homer Wells (Tobey Maguire), a precocious orphan ...
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Dec 17, 1999 · "The Cider House Rules" has been adapted by John Irving from his own novel, and we learn from his book, My Movie Business: A Memoir, that he wrote the first draft 13 years ago and has seen the project through four directors, finally settling on Lasse Hallstrom ("My Life as a Dog," "What's Eating Gilbert Grape").
The Cider House Rules. Homer Wells has lived nearly his entire life inside St. Cloud's Orphanage in rural Maine. Though groomed by its proprietor, Dr. Larch, to be his successor, Homer feels the need to strike out and experience the world outside. 2,834 IMDb 7.4 2 h 5 min 2000. X-Ray PG-13.
Feb 18, 2015 · Starring Charlize Theron, Tobey Maguire, and Paul Rudd, The Cider House Rules tells the story of Homer Wells. Homer has lived nearly his entire life within t...
Dec 17, 1999 · On the surface “The Cider House Rules” (1999) is a quality period piece about life at an apple orchard and orphanage in Maine during WWII. Tobey Maguire stars as Homer Wells, who was raised at a remote orphanage and favored by caretaker Dr. Larch (Michael Caine), who imparts his vast medical knowledge & skills to the young man.
When Homer Wells leaves the New England orphanage where he grew up, he begins to experience all the beauty, love and suffering the world has to offer. Watch trailers & learn more.
