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Sometimes a Great Notion

  • December 17, 1971
  • 114 min.
  • Action, Adventure, Drama
  • United States
Hank Stamper and his father, Henry, own and operate the family business by cutting and shipping logs in Oregon. The town is furious when they continue working despite the town going broke and the other loggers go on strike ordering the Stampers to stop, however Hank continues to push his family on cutting more trees. Hank's wife wishes he would stop and hopes that they can spend more time together. When Hank's half brother Leland comes to work for them, more trouble starts.

Original title: Sometimes a Great Notion

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Academy Awards #44 - 1972

Award People Status
Best Actor in a Supporting Role Richard Jaeckel
Best Original Song Henry Mancini, Alan Bergman, Marilyn Bergman - "All His Children"

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