The Shepherd of the Hills
Young Matt Matthews, an Ozark Mountains moonshiner, hates the father he has never seen, who apparently deserted Matt's mother and left her to die. His obsession contributes to the hatred rampant in the mountains. However, the arrival of a stranger, Daniel Howitt, begins to positively affect the mountain people, who learn to shed their hatred under his gentle influence.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1941 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Western |
| Director | Henry Hathaway |
| Runtime | 98 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.6/10 (57 votes) |
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Director Henry Hathaway constructs a classic parable of forgiveness, relying on the stark beauty of the mountain setting to frame its moral conflict. The film explores how compassion can dismantle generations of hatred, with the central performance providing a steady, gentle force for change.
What lingers after the final scene is a quiet sense of hope, a reminder that redemption is often a quiet, personal journey. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Henry Hathaway
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Ideal for a quiet evening, seeking a thoughtful, character-driven Western.
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