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The Journey of Natty Gann

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The Journey of Natty Gann (1985)

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Reviews Counted: 8 Fresh: 7  Rotten:1 Average Rating: 6.4/10

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Runtime: 1 hr 41 mins

Synopsis: Set in Chicago during the Great Depression, this inspirational story is about a young girl's search for her father after he is forced to suddenly travel west to take on a job. Along the way, she is befriended by a young drifter with whom she develops a romantic attachment. Academy Award... Set in Chicago during the Great Depression, this inspirational story is about a young girl's search for her father after he is forced to suddenly travel west to take on a job. Along the way, she is befriended by a young drifter with whom she develops a romantic attachment. Academy Award Nominations: Best Costume Design. [More]

Genre: Action/Adventure

Starring: Meredith Salenger, John Cusack, Barry Miller, Scatman Crothers, Verna Bloom

Director: Jeremy Paul Kagan
Composer: James Horner

DVD Info

Release:

Apr 5, 2004

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  • The Journey Of Natty Gann
  • America is in the depths of the Great Depression. Families drift apart when faraway jobs beckon. In this masterful, atmospheric adventure, a courageous young girl (Meredith Salenger) confronts overwhelming odds when she embarks on a cross-country search for her father. During her extraordinary odyssey, she forms a close bond with two diverse traveling companions: a magnificent, protective wolf, and a hardened drifter (John Cusack). A brilliant, moving tapestry, woven of courage and perseverance.
  • Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment

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    Robert Roten
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    Another fondly remembered Disney flick absolutely flushed down the toilet by a pathetic full frame transfer. Sad news indeed.

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    Highly satisfying drama set in the 1930s about a courageous young girl's search for her father.

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    08/30/02
    Jeffrey Westhoff
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    A solid, action-packed road trip, with heartened performances.

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