The River 1984
“He might be able to hold back the river. But could he hold back the greed of man?”
What is The River?
The River is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1984
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 122 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 1, 1984
- Studios
- Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The River is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Tennessee farming couple fights floods, foreclosure, and corporate greed to save their land.”
- Strong performances depicting a struggling farming family
- Engaging plot combining natural disaster with corporate conflict
- Contains heavy dramatic themes involving financial and natural struggles
Watch it if you enjoy gritty dramas about families fighting to protect their livelihoods against overwhelming odds.
The film deals with severe natural disasters, financial hardship, and labor disputes.
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What is the film about?
It follows a Tennessee farming couple battling floods and foreclosure to save their land.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Tom and Mae Garvey.
Where is the story set?
The story is set on a farm in Tennessee.
What challenges do the couple face?
They face violent floods, a selfish land developer, and a local corporation attempting to foreclose on their farm.
How does Tom try to save the property?
Tom finds work as a scab at a steel mill while Mae stays home to care for the children and crops.
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