The Work and the Glory
Watch TrailerWhen Benjamin Steed and Mary Ann Steed relocate their family to upstate New York in the early 1800's, they unwittingly settle in a town divided along religious lines. After their new hired help turns out to be at the center of the uproar, each member of the Steed family must come to terms with their own beliefs in the face of heavy persecution. Together they struggle to weather the raging controversy surrounding a young man named Joseph Smith.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2004 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Director | Russell Holt |
| Runtime | 110 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (15 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film focuses less on doctrine and more on the human cost of conviction, portraying faith as a deeply personal earthquake that can reshape family foundations. The tension between individual belief and familial duty is rendered with quiet sincerity.
What lingers after the credits is a respect for the quiet fortitude required to hold fast to one's truth. It's a story about the price of integrity, paid in the currency of community and comfort. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Russell Holt
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For a thoughtful evening, best watched with family to spark conversation.
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