The story of a woman fighting for her children, for her land, for the greatest dream there is... the future. In the 1930's Southern US, a widow and her family tried to run their cotton farm with the help of a disparate group of friends. a TiFF '84 official selection. Sally Field leads; co-starring Lindsay Crouse, Ed Harris, Amy Madigan, John Malkovich, and Danny Glover. Written and Directed by Robert Benton. Produced by Arlene Donovan; Executive Producer: Michael Halsman. Music Composed by John Kander. from Tri-Star Pictures and Delphi II. Filmed around Ellis County, Texas from September 21 - December 15, 1983. General release: October 5, 1984 Approved [#27296]/rated PG.