
The Winning of Barbara Worth
What was the most eloquent word uttered in the language of the desert?
Directed by Henry King
Produced by Samuel Goldwyn Productions
A romantic drama set against the transformative landscape of the American Southwest, where progress and tradition compete for both land and love.
While building an irrigation system for a Southwestern desert community, an engineer vies with a local cowboy for the affections of a rancher's daughter.
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Questions people ask
Is The Winning of Barbara Worth scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Does The Winning of Barbara Worth end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is The Winning of Barbara Worth easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.
Is The Winning of Barbara Worth sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
Is The Winning of Barbara Worth violent? Not especially. Less violent than 62% of films.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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