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Friendly Persuasion

Friendly Persuasion (1956)

Drama, Family, Romantic, War, Western | United States

Director: William Wyler

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Rating: 7.3/10

User rating: 8/10

SYNOPSIS

The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religous sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitide?

Actors

Writer: Jessamyn West, Michael Wilson

Producer: Harry F. Hogan, Walter Mirisch

RUNTIME: 137 min

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