An adaptation of Robert Frost’s narrative poem of the same title about an aged and no longer productive hired man, who returns to live on a couple’s farm. The film captures the couple’s apprehension over the fate of the proud, homeless man amid scenes depciting early 20th century farm life in New England.
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ACMI Identifier
506445
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → New England - Description and travel
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Old age
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Old age
Literature → American literature - Film and video adaptations
Literature → Poets, American - 20th century
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)