The Valley of Decision (1945)

The Valley of Decision (1945)
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Based on Marcia Davenport's novel and set in 1870, Valley of Decision details the romance between a housemaid named Mary Rafferty (Greer Garson) and her employer's son, Paul Scott (Gregory Peck). Paul's father, William (Donald Crisp), owns a Pittsburgh steel mill where Mary's father, Pat (Lionel Barrymore), was crippled; Pat believes he wouldn't have suffered his accident if William had taken more safety precautions. Once Mary and Paul fall in love, both fathers fight against their relationship, and soon their romance is plagued by not only familial tensions, but also a worker's strike at the steel mill. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi

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Starring:
Greer GarsonGregory Peck, (more)
Director(s):
Tay Garnett
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
NR
 
 
 
 

Synopsis of The Valley of Decision

Based on Marcia Davenport's novel and set in 1870, Valley of Decision details the romance between a housemaid named Mary Rafferty (Greer Garson) and her employer's son, Paul Scott (Gregory Peck). Paul's father, William (Donald Crisp), owns a Pittsburgh steel mill where Mary's father, Pat (Lionel Barrymore), was crippled; Pat believes he wouldn't have suffered his accident if William had taken more safety precautions. Once Mary and Paul fall in love, both fathers fight against their relationship, and soon their romance is plagued by not only familial tensions, but also a worker's strike at the steel mill. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi

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Director(s):
Tay Garnett
Writer(s):
John MeehanSonya Levien
Producer(s):
Edwin H. Knopf
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
NR(Suitable for Children)
The Valley of Decision Awards:
  • 1945 - Film Daily - 10 Best Films
  • 1945 - Photoplay - Award
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    Megan E.

    Greer Garson got her fifth academy award nomination in five years for her role in this film (a feat only equaled by Bette Davis). It's a fabulous movie and is not just a cookie cutter romance, but a real heart-tugger. Definitely worth watching!

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