Drama,Romance
United States of America
Wild in the Country is a 1961 drama directed by Philip Dunne and starring Elvis Presley, Hope Lange, and Tuesday Weld. The film follows the story of Glenn Tyler (Presley), a troubled young man who has a history of getting into trouble with the law. After being released from prison, Tyler is sent to live with his uncle (William Mims), a wealthy businessman who wants him to work in a factory.
Feeling trapped and misunderstood, Tyler seeks solace in writing and begins to find success with it after a counselor (Lange) encourages him to pursue a literary career. He falls in love with the counselor, but also becomes involved with Noreen (Weld), a local girl who harbors her own secrets.
As Tyler's writing career takes off, he must confront his past and come to terms with his relationships with both women. The film deals with themes of creativity, mental health, and the search for identity.
Presley delivers a strong performance as Tyler, showcasing both his acting skills and his musical talents with several musical numbers featured in the film. Lange and Weld also give noteworthy performances as the women in Tyler's life.
Overall, Wild in the Country is an engaging drama that explores the power of writing and self-expression as tools for healing.
