Its one of my favorite films really sentimental realistic and heart-touching.The starting lines of the movie by Roddy Mcdowell's character evoke forgotten memories and nostalgic sentiments every time I see it.The whole movie is from the view point of the youngest son played by Roddy.Sara Allgood is the mother here and when her husband gets hurt by people who pelt stone at her house she goes out with her son and addresses the workers their showing them how mean and cruel they have been.When returning she and Roddy get hurt and are bed-ridden for days.This scene is really remarkable where a wife goes out in public defending her husband.
Donald Crisp renowned and much loved actor from movies like National Velvet,Jezebel (where he picks up Henry Fonda when he faints) and Lassie Come Home plays the father here.His view point on not striking as it would hurt people stand out.His relationship with Roddy is depicted really well.It won the Best Picture Oscar and is one of the best of John Ford.Can't stop tears every time I watch it.
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