Run the Wild Fields (2000)The Story of a North Carolina woman and her daughter who take in a mysterious drifter to work their farm while the woman's husband is missing in action during WWII. Director:Paul A. Kaufman |
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Run the Wild Fields (2000)The Story of a North Carolina woman and her daughter who take in a mysterious drifter to work their farm while the woman's husband is missing in action during WWII. Director:Paul A. Kaufman |
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| Joanne Whalley | ... |
Ruby Miller
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| Sean Patrick Flanery | ... |
Tom Walker
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| Cotter Smith | ... |
Silas Green
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| Alexa Vega | ... | ||
| Bill Lake | ... |
Sheriff Bob
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Christine Brubaker | ... |
Teacher
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Bradley Reid | ... |
Sammy Carlin
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Diane Douglass | ... |
Miss Matty
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Ron Payne | ... |
Rev. Taylor
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| Shawn Lawrence | ... |
Mr. Thurman
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Paulette Sinclair | ... |
Mrs. Thurman
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| Aaron Ashmore | ... |
Charlie Upshall
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Nicholas Treeshin | ... |
Charlie's Friend
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Peter Evans | ... |
Len Upshall
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Stephen Walsh | ... |
Deek Parsons
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The Story of a North Carolina woman and her daughter who take in a mysterious drifter to work their farm while the woman's husband is missing in action during WWII.
An extensive effort is made by all involved to present an accurate background of a small town in the U.S. and its close connection to martial affairs on varying fronts in 1945. A suite of scenes is given sincere attention by the director, Paul Kaufman, in his feature film debut. The text of Rodney Vaccaro's script, based upon his play, is remarkably well done in light of his hideous attempt at comedy with the misfire "Three to Tango". This film is nicely cast, and standout performances are given by Sean Patrick Flanery, Joanne Whalley, and a brilliant Alexa Vega. Insertion of specific details relating to the final year of the war is not overdone, and the fairly complex plot is permitted to develop as a mirror of the players' emotions. Noteworthy is the amassing of detail that is essential to a drama showcasing a wide range of character interaction. In sum, a vital and scarcely known work.