The World According to Irving

The World According to Irving (2012)

March 1st, 20121h 30min

Documentary
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Overview

John Irving's literary worlds are satirically exaggerated, socially critical, unexpectedly magical. But how do these dazzling, sometimes bizarre, narrative worlds emerge? A unique insight into his writing workshop and a search of the places and people who have become part of his stories.


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