I saw this movie for the 1st time in the early '80s, then again in 1988. Enjoyed every minute of it, and have never forgotten it. A lot of the details still come to mind at unexpected times, when I'm not thinking specifically about the movie. It's too easy to begin to identify with Sayward (Sarah), and to wish for her strength and clarity of focus. The movie has all the joys, pains, fears, struggles, celebration, and disappointment one would imagine the pioneer times had. The ability to be realistic in the face of enormously emotional situations makes a dramatic, inspiring statement about the strength required to simply survive.
Would love to see it again!
Would love to see it again!