The Petrified Forest
Gabrielle Maple works in a dusty desert gas station-café, but yearns for the life of an artist in France, knowing there must be something finer than the provincial dead-end she is trapped in. A hitch-hiking writer, the disillusioned Alan Squier, appears and revitalizes her dreams of a better place, and finds his own sense of worth refreshed by this vital young girl. When Duke Mantee and his gang, wanted killers, show up and take hostages, Gabrielle falls in love with the poetic Alan, and Squier begins to see a way to give Gabby the life she deserves.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1955 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, TV Movie |
| Director | Delbert Mann |
| Runtime | 76 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (4 votes) |
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The Petrified Forest has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1955. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
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