Barn Burning
Originally released in 1980. Barn Burning is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Peter Werner. At just 41 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tommy Lee Jones, Diane Kagan, and Shawn Whittington
Synopsis
Ab Snopes (Tommy Lee Jones) is a Southern tenant farmer whose unrelenting and violent nature proves to be his undoing in William Faulkner's Barn Burning. Snopes sets his employer's barn on fire when he thinks he's been treated unfairly. His son, Sarty, is horrified. Snopes escapes justice for lack of proof, but he and his family are told to move on. No sooner do they move than Snopes is offended by his new rich employer. Torn between trying to win his father's acceptance and his aversion to what his father will do, Sarty must make a decision and act quickly. Adapted by Academy Award winning screenwriter Horton Foote, Faulkner's complex world of class divisions and hostile family relationships comes to life through a boy's attempt to liberate himself from hatred and poverty.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 17, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
0h 41m
41 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Learning in Focus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barn Burning about?
Ab Snopes (Tommy Lee Jones) is a Southern tenant farmer whose unrelenting and violent nature proves to be his undoing in William Faulkner's Barn Burning. Snopes sets his employer's barn on fire whe...
Who directed Barn Burning?
Barn Burning was directed by Peter Werner.
How long is Barn Burning?
Barn Burning has a runtime of 0 hours and 41 minutes (41 minutes total).
When was Barn Burning released?
Barn Burning was released on March 17, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Barn Burning?
The main cast of Barn Burning includes Tommy Lee Jones, Diane Kagan, Shawn Whittington, Carolyn Coates, Michael Riney.