Sometimes a Great Notion(1971)
"Never give a inch" was the motto of the Stampers of Oregon. And live it they did!
Hank Stamper and his father, Henry, own and operate the family business by cutting and shipping logs in Oregon. The town is furious when they continue working despite the town going broke and the other loggers go on strike ordering the Stampers to stop, however Hank continues to push his family on cutting more trees. Hank's wife wishes he would stop and hopes that they can spend more time together. When Hank's half brother Leland comes to work for them, more trouble starts.
Movie: Sometimes a Great Notion
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Hank Stamper
Henry Stamper
Viv Stamper
Leland 'Lee' Stamper
Joe Ben Stamper
Jan Stamper
Andy Stamper
John
Willard Eggleston
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