Horton Foote's Alone (1997)
Written by two-time Academy Award winner Horton Foote, "Alone" examines the life of farmer and recent widower John Webb (Cronyn) and what happens when a Texas oil man offers mineral rights to his land. His life is thrown into turmoil as his family becomes divided over the prospect of easy cash. A… More
Written by two-time Academy Award winner Horton Foote, "Alone" examines the life of farmer and recent widower John Webb (Cronyn) and what happens when a Texas oil man offers mineral rights to his land. His life is thrown into turmoil as his family becomes divided over the prospect of easy cash. A quiet, resonant depiction of the conflicts that arise between people as some pin their hopes on striking oil, while others turn their thoughts to hard work, friendship, and memories.