Sometimes a Great Notion (1971)

"Never give a inch" was the motto of the Stampers of Oregon. And live it they did!

Movie · Action, Adventure, Drama · 1h 54m · Rated 6.9/10 on TMDB · Released December 17, 1971

Overview

Hank Stamper and his father, Henry, own and operate the family business by cutting and shipping logs in Oregon. The town is furious when they continue working despite the town going broke and the other loggers go on strike ordering the Stampers to stop, however Hank continues to push his family on cutting more trees. Hank's wife wishes he would stop and hopes that they can spend more time together. When Hank's half brother Leland comes to work for them, more trouble starts.

Directed by Paul Newman

Cast

• Paul Newman as Hank Stamper
• Henry Fonda as Henry Stamper
• Lee Remick as Viv Stamper
• Michael Sarrazin as Leland 'Lee' Stamper
• Richard Jaeckel as Joe Ben Stamper
• Linda Lawson as Jan Stamper
• Cliff Potts as Andy Stamper
• Sam Gilman as John
• Lee de Broux as Willard Eggleston
• Jim Burk as Biggy Newton
• Roy Jenson as Howie Elwood
• Joe Maross as Floyd Evenwrite

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