The epic story of the opening of the Canadian West and the drought that brought the Depression in the thirties. This is the saga of a family who left eastern Canada to stake their future in the Prairies.
Cinematography
Sweeping prairie vistas that dwarf human ambition beautifully.
Production
NFB's first feature: small budget, massive historical scope.
Acting
Frances Hyland anchors the family saga with quiet devastation.
Director
Don Haldane
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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