While the trailer is selling a wistful film that’s heavy with emotion, Ben Fountain’s original novel contains more of a satirical and darkly comedic edge mixed in with a heavy punch.
Written by Ben Fountain, 2012 – Read the Book!
Movie Release Date: 11/11/16 – Get more info here.
Ang Lee’s follow-up to his previous literary adaptations, Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi, Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk follows the story of the titular war vet, and his reflections on everything surrounding an act of heroism that has sent him home on a “victory tour” celebrating his platoon’s actions.