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Seen it?1984 | 105 min | Drama
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 45 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
Jewell and Gil are farmers. They seem to be working against the odds, producing no financial surplus. Gil has lost hope of ever becoming prosperous, but Jewell decides to fight for her family.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$10 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 27K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Richard Pearce
- Jessica LangeJewell Ivy
- Sam ShepardGil Ivy
- Wilford BrimleyOtis
- Matt ClarkTom McMullen
- Theresa GrahamMarlene Ivy
- Levi L. KnebelCarlisle Ivy
- Jim HaynieArlon Brewer
- Sandra SeacatLouise Brewer
- Alex HarveyFordyce, FHA Man
- Stephanie-Stacy PoynerMissy Ivy