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PG 105 min  -  Drama  -   29 September 1984 (USA)
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Gilbert Ivy and his wife Jewell are farmers. They seem to be working against the odds, producing no financial surplus... See full summary »

Director:

Richard Pearce

Writer:

William D. Wittliff

Stars:

Jessica Lange, Sam Shepard and Wilford Brimley
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jessica Lange ...
Jewell Ivy
Sam Shepard ...
Gil Ivy
Wilford Brimley ...
Otis
Matt Clark Matt Clark ...
Tom McMullen
Theresa Graham Theresa Graham ...
Marlene Ivy
Levi L. Knebel Levi L. Knebel ...
Carlisle Ivy
Jim Haynie ...
Arlon Brewer
Sandra Seacat Sandra Seacat ...
Louise Brewer
Alex Harvey Alex Harvey ...
Fordyce, FHA Man
Stephanie-Stacy Poyner Stephanie-Stacy Poyner ...
Missy Ivy
Jim Ostercamp Jim Ostercamp ...
Cowboy
Robert L. Somers Robert L. Somers ...
Grain Elevator Operator (as Robert Somers)
Frank Noel ...
Semi Driver (as Frank Noel Jr.)
Warren Duit Warren Duit ...
Preacher (as Rev. Warren Duit)
Conrad Doan Conrad Doan ...
Auctioneer
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Storyline

Gilbert Ivy and his wife Jewell are farmers. They seem to be working against the odds, producing no financial surplus. Gilbert has lost hope of ever becoming prosperous, but his wife decides to fight for her family. Written by Mattias Thuresson <mattias.thuresson@mbox300.swipnet.se>  

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Plot Keywords:

Farmer | Finance | Court Order | Father Daughter Relationship | Brother Sister Relationship  | See more »

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In this country, when the land is your life...you fight for your life

Genres:

Drama

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Country - Les moissons de la colère See more »

Filming Locations:

Black Hawk County, Iowa, USA See more »

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$24,443 (USA) (30 September 1984) (1 Screen)

Gross:

$9,640,000 (USA)
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Company Credits

Production Co:

Far West, Panagea, Touchstone Pictures See more »
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Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1
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First release produced by Touchstone Pictures. See more »