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1957 · 84 min · G

Old Yeller

Directed by Robert Stevenson · Adventure, Drama, Family, Western

Old Yeller (1957) is a Adventure film, directed by Robert Stevenson set in Texas during the 1800s. It runs 84 minutes and is rated G.

A western, with a hopeful and melancholic tone. Themes of coming of age, grief & loss, and family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Will Schaefer
Cinematography
Charles P. Boyle
Cast
Tommy KirkDorothy McGuireFess ParkerKevin CorcoranJeff YorkBeverly WashburnChuck Connors

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Texas
Setting
RuralWilderness
When
1800s

Premise & themes

Premise
Western
Themes
Coming Of AgeGrief & LossFamily & Loyalty
Tone
HopefulMelancholic

Shape

Protagonist
Child LeadSolo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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