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Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade

March 26, 1994 0h 25m 6.6/10 (31 votes)

Originally released in 1994. Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade is a drama/thriller film. directed by George Hickenlooper. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Molly Ringwald, and J. T. Walsh

Synopsis

25 years after committing a double murder, Karl Childers is going to be released from an institution for the criminally insane. A local reporter comes to talk to him, and listens in horror about his life leading up to the crime. This is the short film that inspired the full-length "Sling Blade".

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 26, 1994 31 years ago
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Runtime 0h 25m 25 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (31 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade about?

25 years after committing a double murder, Karl Childers is going to be released from an institution for the criminally insane. A local reporter comes to talk to him, and listens in horror about hi...

Who directed Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade?

Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade was directed by George Hickenlooper.

How long is Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade?

Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).

When was Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade released?

Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade was released on March 26, 1994 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade?

The main cast of Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade includes Billy Bob Thornton, Molly Ringwald, J. T. Walsh, Jefferson Mays, Suzanne Cryer.