Heartland (1980)
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The "heartland" of the title is rural Wyoming in the early 20th century, where dwells taciturn, reclusive Scottish farmer Rip Torn. Conchata Ferrell arrives at the Torn spread to work as his housekeeper. Paid near-starvation wages, Ferrell continues working day and night, hoping to use her savings to ensure a bright future for her 10-year-old daughter Megan Folsom. Touched by her diligence, Torn slowly falls in love with Ferrell, and after seeing the woman and her child through the torturous Wyoming winter, he marries her - but their union gets off to a shaky start and threatens to buckle, thanks to several unforeseen casualties. Heartland is based on several autobiographical works by Elinore Randall Stewart. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Starring:
- Conchata Ferrell, Rip Torn, (more)
- Director(s):
- Richard Pearce
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of Heartland
The "heartland" of the title is rural Wyoming in the early 20th century, where dwells taciturn, reclusive Scottish farmer Rip Torn. Conchata Ferrell arrives at the Torn spread to work as his housekeeper. Paid near-starvation wages, Ferrell continues working day and night, hoping to use her savings to ensure a bright future for her 10-year-old daughter Megan Folsom. Touched by her diligence, Torn slowly falls in love with Ferrell, and after seeing the woman and her child through the torturous Wyoming winter, he marries her - but their union gets off to a shaky start and threatens to buckle, thanks to several unforeseen casualties. Heartland is based on several autobiographical works by Elinore Randall Stewart. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 96 mins
Complete Cast of Heartland
- Conchata Ferrell - Elinore Randall Stewart
- Lilia Skala - Grandma Landauer
- Megan Folsom - Jerrine
- Marvin Berg - Justice of the Peace
- Mary Boylan - Ma Gillis
- Doug Johnson - Cowboy
- Bob Sirucek - Dan Byrd
- Rip Torn - Clyde Stewart
- Barry Primus - Jack
- Amy Wright - Clara Jane
- Jeff Boschee - Land Office Agent
- Jerry Hardin - Cattle buyer
- Robert Overhoizer
- Director(s):
- Richard Pearce
- Writer(s):
- Beth Ferris
- Producer(s):
- Michael Hausman, Beth Ferris
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG(Suitable for Children, Adult Situations, Mild Violence)
- 1980 - Berlin International Film Festival - Golden Bear
- 1981 - Sundance Film Festival - First Prize
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