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Movie Info

Release Date: May 24, 1940
Runtime: 90 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (4)
Genres:
Drama Romance
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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86%
Tomatometer
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5.7/10
TMDB
34 votes
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6.5/10
IMDb
3,317 votes
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Our Town

1940

"Life’s simple moments hold the greatest stories."

Also known as: πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: SinfonΓ­a de la vida? πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: Une petite ville sans histoire? πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: OraΘ™ul nostru πŸ‡³πŸ‡± NL: Notre village? All international titles (4) →
Drama Romance 90 min 6.5/10

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
1941 Oscars Best Actress Martha Scott

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Revenue: $0
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Our Town is directed by Sam Wood .

Crew & Production

Keywords

#based on play or musical 97 #small town 88 #teenage girl 38 #1900s 22 #new hampshire 7 #dream like experience 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Our Town

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  • The film was shot on location in New Hampshire, utilizing various small towns to depict the authenticity of early 20th-century life.

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  • William Holden, who played George Gibbs, was one of the youngest actors in the cast, which contributed to his portrayal of youthful optimism.

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  • The character of Emily Webb, played by Martha Scott, is known for delivering the poignant line about appreciating life, which has resonated with audiences over decades.

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  • In a scene where the town gathers for a funeral, some extras were actually local residents, adding a layer of authenticity to the film's community atmosphere.

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  • One notable continuity error occurs during a scene where a character's position changes noticeably between shots, indicating a lack of attention to detail in editing.

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  • Sam Wood directed several classic films that explore themes of human connection, making 'Our Town' a continuation of his interest in character-driven storytelling.

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