Wild in the Country

Wild in the Country

It's all about young people and their growing pains!

1961114 min6.3 / 10

A mid-century coming-of-age drama about a troubled youth finding direction and self-worth through writing and mentorship.

A troubled young man discovers that he has a knack for writing when a counselor encourages him to pursue a literary career.

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