Review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) by Kevin N — 14 Jul 2008
As magnificent a book-to-movie adaptation as I've ever seen, John Ford's interpretation of Steinbeck's classic tale is full of energy in all of the right places. While there were certain restrictions that had to be followed, some scenes in the film are bold and harrowing to the point of alarm.
The hurt that the Joads feel is a hurt that Ford enforces on his audience, but he also supplies them with great human treasures here and there, ensuring that the road that this American family takes will one day end, and that happiness may yet return to a country which has worked so hard for it.
Henry Fonda gives one of his most heartfelt performances, and John Carradine and Jane Darwell bring true life to their characters.
This review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) was written by Kevin N on 14 Jul 2008.
The Grapes of Wrath has generally received very positive reviews.
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