description Raintree County Overview
Raintree County is a 1957 film directed by Edward Dmytryk and distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The story centers on John Shawnessy, a Midwestern teacher, and Susanna Drake, a Southern woman whose instability contributes to their marriage’s downfall during the American Civil War era. Featuring Montgomery Clift and Elizabeth Taylor, the film depicts events set in both the Midwest and the South.
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info Raintree County Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1957 |
help Raintree County FAQ
Who stars in Raintree County?
The 1957 historical drama stars Montgomery Clift as John Shawnessy and Elizabeth Taylor as Susanna Drake. Eva Marie Saint and Nigel Patrick are also part of the cast.
What is Raintree County about?
John Shawnessy is a Midwestern teacher whose relationship and marriage to Susanna are shaped by the American Civil War and Susanna's psychological instability. The story moves between personal tragedy, regional identity, and wartime upheaval.
Who directed Raintree County?
Edward Dmytryk directed the film for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, commonly known as MGM. It was released in 1957 and was adapted from Ross Lockridge Jr.'s novel.
Is Raintree County a Civil War movie?
Yes, the American Civil War is a major historical setting and turns the characters' private problems into a larger national conflict. It is also a romance and period drama rather than a battlefield-focused war film.
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