USA,
1956, 137 min
Directed by:
William WylerScreenplay:
Michael WilsonCinematography:
Ellsworth FredericksComposer:
Dimitri TiomkinCast:
Gary Cooper, Dorothy McGuire, Anthony Perkins, Richard Eyer, Robert Middleton, John Smith, Marjorie Main, Russell Simpson, Richard Garland, Tom London (more)Plots(1)
The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. (official distributor synopsis)
Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1957 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
- 1957 - William Wyler (Best Achievement in Directing)
- 1957 - Anthony Perkins (Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role)
- 1957 - Michael Wilson (Best Adapted Screenplay)
- 1957 - Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song)
- 1957 - Best Sound Mixing
Golden Globes
- 1957 - Promoting International Understanding
- 1957 - Gary Cooper (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama)
- 1957 - Marjorie Main (Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture)
Cannes Film Festival
- 1957 - William Wyler (Golden Palm - Official Competition)