Sometimes a Great Notion

Sometimes a Great Notion

1971 · 1h 54m

2Noms

Directed by Paul Newman

Synopsis

Hank Stamper and his father, Henry, own and operate the family business by cutting and shipping logs in Oregon. The town is furious when they continue working despite the town going broke and the other loggers go on strike ordering the Stampers to stop, however Hank continues to push his family on cutting more trees. Hank's wife wishes he would stop and hopes that they can spend more time together. When Hank's half brother Leland comes to work for them, more trouble starts.

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Details

Released
17 December 1971
Runtime
1h 54m
Director
Paul Newman
Writers
John Gay
Budget
$3,660,000
Countries
United States of America
Languages
English
Production
Universal Pictures, Newman-Foreman Company

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Cast

  • Paul Newman
  • Henry Fonda
  • Lee Remick
  • Michael Sarrazin
  • Richard JaeckelNominated
  • Linda Lawson
  • Cliff Potts
  • Sam Gilman
  • Lee de Broux
  • JJim Burk