The Basket (1999)
- Starring:
- Peter Coyote, Karen Allen, (more)
- Director(s):
- Rich Cowan
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of The Basket
In this drama about intolerance and acceptance that takes place during World War I, a pair of German orphans, Helmut and Brigitta, are sent to a farming community in the Pacific Northwest after a stay in an internment camp. While they are welcomed by some in the town, many resent their presence, especially those who have lost family members in the war. However, a teacher at the school takes a liking to them, and Helmut discovers he has a talent for basketball. Eventually, Helmut gets a chance to prove his worth to the community by playing in a special basketball game; if the neighborhood team wins, it will mean a new harvesting machine for the local farmers. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 104 mins
Complete Cast of The Basket
- Peter Coyote - Martin Conlon
- Robert Karl Burke - Helmut Brink
- Jock MacDonald - Nicholas Emery
- Brian Skala - Nathan Emery
- Tony Lincoln - Rev. Simms
- Ellen Travolta - Agnes Barnes
- Elwon Bakley - Ben Emery
- Karen Allen - Bessie Emery
- Amber Willenborg - Brigitta Brink
- Eric Dane - Tom Emery
- Casey Cowan - Samuel Emery
- Patrick Treadway - Frederick Treadway
- Jack Bannon - Marcus Danielson
- Joey Travolta - Charlie Cohn
- Director(s):
- Rich Cowan
- Writer(s):
- Don Caron, Rich Cowan
- Producer(s):
- Rich Cowan
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG(Suitable for Children)
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