Sometimes a Great Notion

“"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.

Novela

Ken Kesey

Screenplay

John Gay

Music

Henry Mancini

Director

Paul Newman

Status

Released

Release date

17/12/1971

Original language

English

Budget

US$ 4 M