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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

PG, 1 hr. 35 min.

Western, Drama

Directed By: Richard Pearce

Written By: Beth Ferris

In Theaters: Sep 22, 1979 Wide

On DVD: Nov 7, 2000

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Cast

Conchata Ferrell
Elinore Randall Stewart
Rip Torn
Clyde Stewart
Lilia Skala
Grandma Landauer
Barry Primus
Jack
Megan Folsom
Jerrine
Amy Wright
Clara Jane
Marvin Berg
Justice of the Peace
Jeff Boschee
Land Office Agent
Mary Boylan
Ma Gillis
Jerry Hardin
Cattle buyer
Doug Johnson
Cowboy
Robert Overhoizer
Bob Sirucek
Dan Byrd

Critic Reviews for Heartland

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A robust and authentic look at the everyday mundane struggles on the frontier.

September 24, 2008 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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Dennis Schwartz

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Unlike other films of the "farming" cycle (Country, Places in the Heart) casting the lead with a newcomer (Conchata Ferrell), who didn't look like an actress, added to the film's authenticity.

December 4, 2006 Full Review Source: EmanuelLevy.Com

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Emanuel Levy

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Rip Torn and Conchata Ferrell give very realistic, unsentimental performances. Beautiful Montana stands in for Wyoming in one of the hardest winters I've ever lived through. A beautiful film.

May 24, 2011

James Province

Delicate and beautiful. I remember seeing it with my mother at the little Garberville movie theater in Humbolt County on a Wednesday night, a school night. It's a lovely little film, simple story, with terrific performances by Conchata Farrell and Rip Torn. It brings back fond memories of my own heartland.

January 2, 2011