The Green Promise

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The Green Promise

1949

1h 32m

Drama

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Mr. Matthews (Walter Brennan) is a farmer who is constantly being encouraged to update his work practices with newer technology. Staunchly dedicated to the time-honored methods that he knows, Matthews, a widower, raises his family in a similarly old-fashioned manner. Over time, his extremely stubborn ways begin to alienate his children, who are growing up whether he likes it or not. Eventually, he has to learn to loosen up and change with the times or risk pushing his kids away.

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Bob Thomas

Associated Press

Nothing pretentious, it turns out to be a refreshing slice of country life.

Jul 25, 2019

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Josephine O'Neill

Daily Telegraph (Australia)

Artless.

Apr 4, 2019

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Nice wholesome movie made in simpler times!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/26/24

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James C

I really really liked the movie. Great story line and great acting. Brenning and Wood were excellent. I don't know why this didn't get better reviews. Hopefully my rating will boost the score some.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/27/24

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Steve D

Schlocky melodrama with no surprises.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

01/20/24

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Audience Member

It was okay, Walter Brennan and Natalie Wood are great as always. Unique in being probably the only 4H-related movie out there. The picture quality isn't great and parts are kinda cheesy, but worth a watch for those that are into agriculture.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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andy h

I thought it was going to be about something completely different in the beginning, but I'm glad it wasn't. Natalie wood is always cute and the best actor by far in this movie. The concept of 4H is interesting for the times, though it won't be a favorite among her collection for most fans given her wrist.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

The American Classic starring a new to the screen Natalie Wood who held her own quite well. For a Farm Family Drama (so called B Film by many critics) this film was really good & surprisingly interesting. Walter Brennan (The greatest character actor) was great as the stubborn old school farmer. Unfortunately the version of tge film we had was very faded & washed out but the film is interesting & keeps you involved.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/31/23

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William D. Russell

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Marguerite Chapman

Deborah Matthews

Walter Brennan

Mr. Matthews

Natalie Wood

Susan Matthews

Robert Paige

David Barkley

Ted Donaldson

Phineas Matthews

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Mr. Matthews (Walter Brennan) is a farmer who is constantly being encouraged to update his work practices with newer technology. Staunchly dedicated to the time-honored methods that he knows, Matthews, a widower, raises his family in a similarly old-fashioned manner. Over time, his extremely stubborn ways begin to alienate his children, who are growing up whether he likes it or not. Eventually, he has to learn to loosen up and change with the times or risk pushing his kids away.

Director: William D. Russell
Producer: Robert Paige, Monte Collins
Screenwriter: Monte Collins
Production Co: Glenn McCarthy Productions
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 30, 2016
Runtime: 1h 32m

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