Friendship's Field facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Friendship's Field |
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| Directed by | Bruce Neibaur |
| Produced by | Rick B. Larson & Jeff T. Miller |
| Written by | Bruce Neibaur |
| Starring | Kate Maberly Jonathan Hernandez Randall King Nancy Riddle |
| Music by | Sam Cardon |
| Cinematography | Matthew Wiliams |
| Distributed by | Feature Films for Families |
| Release date(s) | 1995 |
| Running time | 84 minutes |
| Language | English |
Friendship's Field is a heartwarming film from 1995. It tells a powerful story about two young people who learn to overcome prejudice and become friends. The movie shows how important it is to treat everyone with kindness, no matter their background.
Parts of the film were shot in Salt Lake City, Utah and Idaho.
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The Story of Friendship's Field
The movie follows a girl named Ira during her last summer before she has to start working in the beet fields. Her father hires some migrant workers to help with the farm work.
Ira Meets Oscar
Among the new workers is a boy named Oscar, who is Mexican. Ira and Oscar quickly become friends. Their friendship grows stronger as they spend time together.
Overcoming Challenges
However, not everyone in the local community is welcoming. Some people show prejudice towards the migrant workers. Prejudice means having unfair feelings or opinions about someone just because of their background. Despite these challenges, Ira and Oscar's friendship proves to be very strong and lasting. The film teaches us about acceptance and understanding.
Main Actors in Friendship's Field
The movie features a talented group of actors who bring the characters to life.
Who Plays Who?
- Kate Maberly plays the main character, Ira.
- Jonathan Hernandez plays Oscar, Ira's new friend.
- Randall King plays the character of George.
- Nancy Riddle plays Older Ira, showing her later in life.
