The People
A young woman is assigned to teach school in a secluded valley whose inhabitants appear stern, secretive and anti-pleasure. Following two children who disappear to play in the woods, she finds that this is actually a community of extraterrestrials with mild paranormal powers who are attempting to repress and deny their heritage for fear of arousing prejudice and hatred in their human neighbors. Based on a series of novels by the late Zenna Henderson.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1972 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Science Fiction, TV Movie |
| Director | John Korty |
| Runtime | 74 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.6/10 (14 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative as a quiet parable, relying on the tension between a bucolic setting and the secrecy it contains. It explores themes of fear, assimilation, and the cost of safety paid for by denying one's own nature.
What lingers after viewing is a gentle, melancholic reflection on otherness. The sci-fi elements serve as a potent metaphor for any form of difference, making the story resonate beyond its era. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: John Korty
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A quiet, thoughtful watch for a contemplative evening.
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