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1960 · 128 min · NR

Inherit the Wind

Directed by Stanley Kramer · Drama

Inherit the Wind (1960) is a Drama film, directed by Stanley Kramer set in Tennessee during the 1920s. It runs 128 minutes and is rated NR.

A courtroom, with a tense and contemplative tone. Themes of faith / religion run throughout.

Composer
Ernest Gold
Cinematography
Ernest Laszlo
Cast
Spencer TracyFredric MarchGene KellyDick YorkDonna AndersonHarry MorganClaude AkinsElliott Reid

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Tennessee
Setting
Rural
When
1920s

Premise & themes

Premise
Courtroom
Themes
Faith / Religion
Tone
TenseContemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Two Hander
Pacing
Measured
Dialogue
Talky Dialogue Driven
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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