Ah, Wilderness!

Ah, Wilderness!

The play that startled the nation!

NR 1935 · 98 min · ★ 6.6 · Comedy, Drama

At the turn of the century, a young man graduates high school and realizes the joys and sorrows of growing up, with some loving help and guidance from his wise father. A tender, coming-of-age story, with a wonderful look at a long-gone, but fondly remembered, small town America.

Directed by Clarence Brown · Written by Frances Goodrich

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