Review of Wild River (1960) by Kevin R — 21 Mar 2012
Ma ain't selling.
The government is building dams on the Tennessee River to generate electricity causing several small islands to be flooded. The government arranges for housing and moves for the people on the islands and send officials to walk the locals through the process. On one particular island, the people have no ambition to move. How can the government official convince the locals to uproot to a new home and way of life?
"Nobody wants to be put underwater permanently.".
Elia Kazan, director of A Streetcar Named Desire, East of Eden, On the Waterfront, Splendor in the Grass, Baby Doll, A Face in the Crowd, and Panic in the Streets, delivers The Wild River. The storyline for this picture is very fascinating and contained numerous intriguing characters. I loved the subplots and delivery of the love story. The acting was excellent and the cast includes Lee Remick, Frank Overton, Jo Van Fleet, and Montgomery Clifton.
"You can't get enough of me now, can you?".
I came across this picture while DVR'ing Kazan pictures. I had never heard of this picture but the premise sounded interesting. I really enjoyed the chess matches between the characters and thought the overall outcome was fulfilling. This isn't Kazan's best picture but it is definitely worth your time.
"Sam won't sell his dog and I won't sell my land I've pored my heart's blood into.".
Grade: B.
This review of Wild River (1960) was written by Kevin R on 21 Mar 2012.
Wild River has generally received very positive reviews.
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