The United States of Leland 2003
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SplatA withdrawn young man, Leland Fitzgerald is imprisoned for the murder of a mentally disabled boy, who also happened to be the brother of his girlfriend, Becky. As the community struggles to deal with the killing, Pearl Madison, a teacher at the prison, decides to write about Leland's case. Meanwhile, others affected by the murder, including Becky and her sister, Julie, must contend with their own problems.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Pearl Madison
as Leland P. Fitzgerald
as Allen Harris
as Albert T. Fitzgerald
as Becky Pollard
as Marybeth Fitzgerald
as Julie Pollard
as Harry Pollard
as Karen Pollard
as Ayesha
Director:
Writer:
Matthew Ryan Hoge
Stars:
Don Cheadle, Ryan Gosling, Chris Klein, Kevin Spacey, Jena Malone, Lena Olin, Michelle Williams, Martin Donovan, Ann Magnuson, Kerry Washington,
Genres:
Crime,Drama
Release Date:
2003 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
108 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The United States of Leland
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Pearl Madison
as Leland P. Fitzgerald
as Allen Harris
as Albert T. Fitzgerald
as Becky Pollard
as Marybeth Fitzgerald
as Julie Pollard
as Harry Pollard
as Karen Pollard
as Ayesha
as Mrs. Calderon
as Charlie
as Bengel
as Guillermo
as Ryan Pollard
as Elden
as Dave
as Kevin
as Miranda
as TV Reporter
as Ben
as Sheriff Donaldson
as Cop One
as Security Guard
as Doris
as News Anchor
as Detention Specialist
as Main Entrance Guard
as Myra
as Airplane Woman
as 6-Year-Old Leland
as Bethany
as Court Officer
as Judge
as Hotel Waitress
as Mechanic
as 12-Year-Old Leland
as Cemetery Reporter
as Mechanic #2
as First Officer
as Second Officer
as Doctor
as Grocery Guy
as Student
as Neighbor
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