A Walk in the Woods is a film adaptation of Bill Bryson's 1998 book. It stars Robert Redford and Nick Nolte. Redford, who is also one of the producers, had originally hoped for the late Paul Newman to be his co-star. The film is drawing mixed reviews. Favorable - Todd McCarthy, The Hollywood Reporter Unfavorable - Dennis Harvey, Variety Unfavorable - Kyle Smith, New York Post Unfavorable - Daniel Fienberg, HitFix