The North Star
About John Callahan, who became paralyzed after a car accident at age 21, and turned to drawing as a form of therapy.
After Portland slacker John Callahan (Joaquin Phoenix) nearly loses his life in a car accident, the last thing he intends to do is give up drinking. But when he reluctantly enters treatment – with encouragement from his girlfriend (Rooney Mara) and a charismatic sponsor (Jonah Hill) – Callahan discovers a gift for drawing edgy, irreverent newspaper cartoons that develop a national following and grant him a new lease on life. Based on a true story, this poignant, insightful and often funny drama about the healing power of art is adapted from Callahan’s autobiography and directed by two-time Oscar nominee Gus Van Sant.
Cast
Rooney Mara , Jonah Hill , Jack Black , Mark Webber , Joaquin Phoenix , Udo Kier
Director
Language
English
Country
USA