Golf In The Kingdom (2011)

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Golf in the Kingdom, is adapted from Michael Murphy's 1972 classic novel, the best-selling work of fiction ever written about the game of golf, with millions of readers in many languages. En route to India in 1956 in search of enlightenment, a young American philosophy student - Michael Murphy -… More Golf in the Kingdom, is adapted from Michael Murphy's 1972 classic novel, the best-selling work of fiction ever written about the game of golf, with millions of readers in many languages. En route to India in 1956 in search of enlightenment, a young American philosophy student - Michael Murphy - takes a Scottish detour to the "Links of Burningbush." Seeking to enjoy one last round before giving up his beloved game, he is unexpectedly paired with the mysterious and mischievous golf pro - Shivas Irons. A wild adventure on and off the links ensues, where Murphy's perception of golf and life are indelibly changed. Out of this transformation the two forge a deep and unbreakable bond of camaraderie. -- (C) Official Site

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Rating, Runtime: PG, 1 hr. 26 min.
Directed By: Susan Streitfeld
Written By: Susan Streitfeld
Genres: Drama

In Theaters: Dec 9, 2011 Limited
On DVD: Nov 14, 2011
Studio: Golf in the Kingdom LLC.

Critic Reviews

Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle
For anyone coming in cold, this can be a ponderous cinematic experience.
Neil Genzlinger, New York Times
Golf may be the world's dullest spectator sport, not counting soccer: it takes a long time for not much to happen. By that standard, "Golf in the Kingdom" captures the game perfectly.
Nick Schager, Village Voice
A story comprised of pretentious meditative fragments.
Chuck Bowen, Slant Magazine
Filmmaker Susan Streitfeld takes all of the mysticism at face value, shutting the audience out of pleasures that are discussed but rarely shown.