Don’t Come Knocking
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Don’t Come Knocking

An aging cowboy movie star deserts a film set and tries to reconnect with his mother, whom he hasn't seen in thirty years, only to learn that he has a... child he never knew about. Show More

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In the film Don't Come Knocking (2005), an aging cowboy movie star named Howard Spence abandons a film set in search of his long-lost mother, whom he hasn't seen in three decades. As he embarks on this journey of self-discovery, he stumbles upon a startling revelation - he has a child he never knew existed.

Howard's quest to reconnect with his past leads him to revisit old wounds and confronts the consequences of his actions. Along the way, he must confront his personal demons and come to terms with the choices he has made in his life.

As the story unfolds, audiences are taken on a poignant and reflective journey through Howard's past and present, exploring themes of family, redemption, and the passage of time. With a stellar cast including actors like Sam Shepard and Jessica Lange, Don't Come Knocking delivers a heartfelt exploration of one man's search for identity and meaning in a world that has long forgotten him.

Also Known As:

Don't Come Knocking

Release Date:

25 Aug 2005

Writers:

Sam Shepard, Wim Wenders

Awards:

1 win & 7 nominations

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