The Grapes of Wrath has many layers as a movie. I have watched it numerous times. The film's depiction of foreclosure of farms in the midwest during the Great Depression is relevant today. The concept that working families can lose their land and devastate family systems is powerfully portrayed in this movie.
For a movie made in 1940, it seems timeless. My favorite part is when their grandfather dies, and they have to bury him by the side of the road. In case someone finds grandpa, they document how he died as a precaution in case his death is deemed a homicide. The lack of a safety net is a reminder why many of our systems are in place today. A truly well made movie that accurately portrays the harsh economic conditions of the Great Depression.
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