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Sometimes a Great Notion
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Sometimes a Great Notion

1971 · 114 min Action Adventure Drama
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film knows its strengths and plays to them honestly. Visual style and pacing are in sync; you never feel you're watching different films stitched together.

Worth watching for the solidly executed sequences and overall energy. The plot doesn't reach for revelation — but it doesn't get in the way.

For those who want to switch off and get an adrenaline dose without complications.

Director: Paul Newman

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: With food and a good mood. Perfect for a Friday or weekend evening with company.

🎭 Cast

Paul Newman

Paul Newman

Hank Stamper

Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda

Henry Stamper

Lee Remick

Lee Remick

Viv Stamper

Michael Sarrazin

Michael Sarrazin

Leland 'Lee' Stamper

Richard Jaeckel

Richard Jaeckel

Joe Ben Stamper

Linda Lawson

Linda Lawson

Jan Stamper

Cliff Potts

Cliff Potts

Andy Stamper

Sam Gilman

Sam Gilman

John

Lee de Broux

Lee de Broux

Willard Eggleston

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Jim Burk

Biggy Newton

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