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How Green Was My Valley (1941)
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9 April 1942 (Australia) moreTagline:
Rich is their humor! Deep are their passions! Reckless are their lives! Mighty is their story! morePlot:
At the turn of the century in a Welsh mining village, the Morgans (he stern, she gentle) raise coal-mining... more | add synopsisAwards:
Won 5 Oscars. Another 3 wins & 5 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(6 articles)
Ten Directors Share Fond Memories of the Lacma (From Cinematical. 3 September 2009, 9:03 AM, PDT)
How Green Was My Shower?
(From FilmExperience. 13 April 2009, 3:36 AM, PDT)
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Unforgettable Film more (88 total)Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Walter Pidgeon | ... | Mr. Gruffydd | |
| Maureen O'Hara | ... | Angharad | |
| Anna Lee | ... | Bronwyn | |
| Donald Crisp | ... | Mr. Morgan | |
| Roddy McDowall | ... | Huw (as Master Roddy McDowall) | |
| John Loder | ... | Ianto | |
| Sara Allgood | ... | Mrs. Morgan | |
| Barry Fitzgerald | ... | Cyfartha | |
| Patric Knowles | ... | Ivor | |
| Welsh Singers | ... | Themselves | |
| Morton Lowry | ... | Mr. Jonas | |
| Arthur Shields | ... | Mr. Parry | |
| Ann E. Todd | ... | Ceinwen (as Ann Todd) | |
| Frederick Worlock | ... | Dr. Richards | |
| Richard Fraser | ... | Davy |
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Add content advisory for parentsRuntime:
118 minCountry:
USAColor:
Black and WhiteAspect Ratio:
1.37 : 1 moreSound Mix:
Mono (Western Electric Mirrophonic Recording)Certification:
Australia:PG | UK:U | West Germany:12 (f) | USA:Approved (certificate #7480) | Canada:G (video rating) | Brazil:Livre | Argentina:13 | Chile:14 | Finland:S | Sweden:15Filming Locations:
20th Century Fox Ranch, Malibu Creek State Park - 1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, California, USA moreFun Stuff
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Continuity: When Roddy McDowall's character comes home after being beaten by his teacher, there is no blood or marks on his back. moreQuotes:
Dai Bando: Position again.[Dai Bando and Cyfartha drag Mr. Jonas to his feet]
Dai Bando: Could I have your attention, boys and girls? I am not accustomed to speaking in public...
Cyfartha: Only public houses.
Dai Bando: But this -
[backhands Mr. Jonas in the nose, sending him sprawling]
Dai Bando: never use. It's against the rules. Break a man's nose. Now then -
[turns to find Mr. Jonas collapsed against the wall, unconscious]
Dai Bando: I'm afraid he will never make a boxer.
Cyfartha: No aptitude for knowledge.
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Arglwydd, Arwain Trwy'r Anialwch moreFAQ
How many times has the book (How Green Was My Valley by Richard Llewellyn) been adapted so far?How many academy award nominations did the movie have?
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This moving film has become part of the all-time American classics, and rightly so. It is a beautifully conceived and executed adaptation of a beloved novel.
One of John Ford's finest hours, it is magnificently staged and shot, with a lovely score (by Alfred Newman) and rich performances, headed by Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O'Hara and Roddy McDowall.
That it was made on a fairly limited budget and filmed entirely on the 20th Century back lot is little short of amazing. Its truly great, sprawling set seems to be the real thing: a actual coal mining town.
Ford's attention to careful group blocking and staging of tableau adds to the artistry of the work. Its political subtext corresponds with America's stance regarding European policy at the time. Other issues such as women's rights and religious bigotry help to likewise bolster the tale.
I agree that "How Green Was My Valley" is a fine achievement, now gloriously restored to dvd for many future viewers to enjoy.