Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk (2016)

2-time Academy AwardA® winner Ang Lee brings his extraordinary vision to Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk, based on the widely-acclaimed, bestselling novel. The film is told from the view of 19-year-old private Billy Lynn (newcomer Joe Alwyn) who, along with fellow soldiers, is hailed as a ‘hero’ after a harrowing Iraq battle. He’is brought home for a victory tour. Through flashbacks, the film reveals what really happened to the squad – contrasting the realities of the war with America’s perceptions. The film also stars Kristen Stewart, Chris Tucker, Garrett Hedlund, with Vin Diesel, and Steve Martin. ??Sony Pictures EntertainmentAwards: 2 wins & 8 nominationsBudget: $40,000,000 (estimated)Worldwide Gross: $30,930,984Soundtrack: Salt Shaker (Written by D. Roc (as De’Ongelo Holmes), Kaine (as Eric Jackson), Craig Love and Lil Jon (as Jonathan Smith))Ang LeeJoe Alwyn, Garrett Hedlund, Arturo Castro2016-11-18 (United Kingdom, China, United States)tt2513074