Hillbilly Elegy Film on Netflix

Hillbilly Elegy, the film adaptation of JD Vance's memoir, has surged in popularity on Netflix, drawing both admiration and criticism. The movie portrays Vance's impoverished upbringing and his journey through the U.S. Marine Corps, Iraq War, Ohio State University, and Yale Law School. It has sold 1.6 million copies and Vance was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2022. The film was directed by Ron Howard and released in 2020, currently trending at No. 4 on Netflix's Top 10 list in the U.S.

Ron Howard's decision to not allow his daughter to become a child actor

Ron Howard explains why he refused to allow his daughter to become an actor during her childhood, citing the dangers and challenges in the film industry. Bryce Dallas Howard wished she had started her acting career earlier but also appreciates the skills her parents instilled in her. Both father and daughter have a close relationship.