Plot — What is Places in the Heart about?
In 1935 rural Texas, recently widowed Edna Spaulding struggles to survive with two small children, a farm to run, and very little money in the bank - not to mention a deadly tornado and the unwelcome presence of the Ku Klux Klan. Edna is aided by her beautician sister, Margaret; a blind boarder, Mr. Will; and a would-be thief, Moze, who decides to teach Edna how to plant and harvest cotton.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 111 min |
| Audience Score | 72% (7.2/10, 204 votes) |
Places in the Heart — FAQ
Is Places in the Heart worth watching? Places in the Heart holds a 7.2/10 rating from 204 viewers. In 1935 rural Texas, recently widowed Edna Spaulding struggles to survive with two small children, a farm to run, and very little money in the bank - not to mention a deadly tornado and the unwelcome presence of the Ku K
Who directed Places in the Heart? Directed by Robert Benton.
Who is in the cast of Places in the Heart? It stars Sally Field, Lindsay Crouse, John Malkovich, Danny Glover, Ed Harris, Ray Baker and more.
Where can I stream Places in the Heart? You can stream Places in the Heart on Howdy Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Places in the Heart release? It released in 1984.
