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Shenandoah

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American Civil War film about a wealthy widower who has remained steadfast in his opposition to the war on moral grounds. However, he is forced to become involved in the conflict when his son-in-law is called upon to serve in the Confederate forces, his youngest son is captured by the Union army, and another son and his pregnant daughter-in-law are killed by looters.
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Matt Brunson Film Frenzy There's real complexity at work. Rated: 3.5/4 Jul 31, 2021 Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews A well-acted, folksy, sentimental and respectable Civil War drama. Rated: B+ Jun 28, 2014 Full Review Dan Jardine Apollo Guide A successful film not just because of the marriage of the right actor in the appropriate genre, but also the timely infusion of challenging questions about a nation at war. Rated: 76/100 Jun 28, 2007 Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Set in a Virginia farm during the Civil War, this popular family film offers all-American star Jimmy Stewart a classic role, a widower with six sons who initially refuses to takes sides or get involved in the conflict--only to learn otherwise. Rated: B Jun 14, 2007 Full Review Carol Cling Las Vegas Review-Journal Rated: 3/5 Dec 5, 2003 Full Review Tony Mastroianni Cleveland Press Shenandoah often comes close to being soap opera, stays on its dramatic path because of the cast and the work of director Andy McLaglen and screen writer James Lee Barrett. Nov 20, 2003 Full Review Read all reviews

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Tani B One of the few films I can watch over & over again and still find something new, I always cry even tho I know the ending but this isn't a sentimental mushy story, it's gritty when it needs to be and opens your eyes to the the atrocities of war & the sacrifices people/families are forced to make. It is a beautiful film with stunning cinematography. Besides the obvious, ie James Stewart being one of the finest actors ever, the scenery is stunning, and the entire cast do such an ace job that you truly believe they are a real family. The horrors of war, and the hatred that existed amongst fellow Americans is told on such a personal level, he wanted no part of the war but was dragged into it. It leaves me wondering how we've come so far from then but find ourselves back to a similar divide. I love this film, I rarely want to watch it with anyone - it's one of those films I immerse myself in 100%. One of my top 10 all time faves. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/09/24 Full Review Newell F This is a must watch classic film! It treats the horrors of war well without having to resort to extraordinary violence. It also models well how a family can support each other in good times and bad. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/29/24 Full Review CodyZamboni Movie features one of James Stewart's best , most committed performances, as he goes from pacifist to pissed off protective father. As the tragedies pile up, watching how Stewart responds gives this movie grit and insight. He anchors this compelling Civil War story with many famous faces in supporting roles, with a standout being George Kennedy as battle weary Yankee commander. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/24/23 Full Review Garth A One of the best American films of all times. It is interesting that the part of "Boy Anderson", was played by child actor Phillip Alford, who played Jem Finch, the son of Atticus Finch (played by Grefory Peck.) Though Alford only was in a few films, both "Shenandoah" and "To Kill A Mockingbird" remain among the best films dealing with race and American history. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/10/23 Full Review Sean A Overall, a mediocre film. Too many themes are pursued at once. The film starts as a comedy and then forces itself into a tragedy in the last 15 or so minutes. The foreshadowing of tragedy was poorly done. The film is too cute and sentimental for that sort of twist. Without Jimmy Stewart's humor, this film would have one less star from me. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 05/11/23 Full Review Kevin B Worth watching I enjoyed it Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Andrew V. McLaglen

Director

James Stewart

Charlie Anderson

Doug McClure

Lt. Sam

Glenn Corbett

Jacob Anderson

Patrick Wayne

James Anderson

Rosemary Forsyth

Jennie Anderson

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Synopsis American Civil War film about a wealthy widower who has remained steadfast in his opposition to the war on moral grounds. However, he is forced to become involved in the conflict when his son-in-law is called upon to serve in the Confederate forces, his youngest son is captured by the Union army, and another son and his pregnant daughter-in-law are killed by looters.
Director
Andrew V. McLaglen
Producer
Robert Arthur
Screenwriter
James Lee Barrett
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
Universal Pictures
Genre
War
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 3, 1965, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 19, 2016
Runtime
1h 45m
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