The Dollmaker
During World War II, hard-luck farmer Colvis Nevels leaves his rural Kentucky home to take a factory job in bustling Detroit. Reluctantly accompanying Colvis is his long-suffering wife, Gertie, a talented woodcarver set in her traditional ways. When the perils of city life and Colvis' reckless squandering of money send the Nevels into precarious financial straits, Gertie starts a business making hand-carved dolls in order to provide for her family.
Directed by Daniel Petrie
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Cast
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Jane Fonda Gertie Nevels -
Levon Helm Clovis -
Amanda Plummer Mamie - Susan Kingsley Sophronie
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Ann Hearn Max - Robert Swan Victor (as Bob Swan)
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Geraldine Page Mrs. Kendrick - Jason Yearwood Reuben
- David Brady Wilson Enoch
- Starla Whaley Clytie
- David Dawson Amos
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Nikki Creswell Cassie
Make it a double feature
4h 30m together
The Dollmaker
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