Sling Blade (1996) movie poster

Sling Blade (1996)

"A simple man. A difficult choice."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 90%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 90% (RT: 96%, MC: 85) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

Where to Watch

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Runtime
2h 15m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (847 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
85
Cast
Billy Bob Thornton as Karl Childers
Dwight Yoakam as Doyle Hargraves
J. T. Walsh as Charles Bushman
John Ritter as Vaughan Cunningham
Lucas Black as Frank Wheatley
Natalie Canerday as Linda Wheatley
James Hampton as Jerry Woolridge
Robert Duvall as Karl's Father
Yes. 90% of real audiences liked it based on 847 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 90%.
Overview
Karl Childers, a mentally disabled man, has been in the custody of the state mental hospital since the age of 12 for killing his mother and her lover. Although thoroughly institutionalized, he is deemed fit to be released into the outside world. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1996 among dedicated fans.
  • Billy Bob Thornton cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Sling Blade is a 1996 drama film directed by Billy Bob Thornton. Karl Childers, a mentally disabled man, has been in the custody of the state mental hospital since the age of 12 for killing his mother and her lover. Although thoroughly institutionalized, he is deemed fit to be released into the outside world.

The film has been rated by 847 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Sling Blade delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Sling Blade (1996) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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