Hillbilly elegy

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His memoir about growing up poor in Appalachia is one of the most discussed political books of the moment. Does he have political ambitions of his own?

Hillbilly Elegy

Hillbilly Elegy is not a true depiction of Appalachia. The book and movie only resurrect old stereotypes Appalachians have pushed back against for ages.

If you’re curious about the Appalachian region, there’s a world of books and films beyond the Netflix movie.

8 books you should read instead of "Hillbilly Elegy."

Netflix just keeps pumping out the films, the newest Hillbilly Elegy is actually a movie based off a popular book! Aren't those just the best?! I enjoyed it, it stars Glenn Close and Amy Adams, I will have my review coming soon, it will be linked down below, so be sure to check back to read it! In the meantime, I jotted down some of my favorite quotes from the film! I love me a good line and this movie had some great ones. Here are 40+ of my favorites and most shocking Hillbilly Elegy movie…

MIDDLETOWN — “Hillbilly Elegy,” partially filmed in Middletown in August 2019 and directed by Ron Howard, debuts today on the Netflix.

Netflix’s adaptation of J.D. Vance’s memoir, ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ — directed by Ron Howard and starring Amy Adams and Glenn Close — is an exercise in elite arrogance.