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I had never even heard of this movie until Ryan chose it for movie night. Set in 1862, it features Gary Cooper as the head of a Quaker family who struggle with the rules of their strict religion in every day life as well as the oncoming threat of battle on their home front.

A young Anthony Perkins plays Cooper's son, and Dorothy McGuire gives a great performance as his wife. There's even a nice bit part for Marjorie Main, who was always a favorite of mine as a kid in the Ma and Pa Kettle movies.

The movie runs a little bit long, but it's so full of great scenes. I love the humor, the conviction, and the family dynamics. It's a great little classic, and I know I'll watch it again.