Places in the Heart

Set in the 1930s in a small Texas town, this poignant drama follows the journey of a recently widowed woman, played by Sally Field, as she struggles to keep her farm afloat amidst the Great Depression. With the help of a blind boarder and a black itinerant worker, she faces societal challenges and personal hardships. Directed by Robert Benton, the film beautifully captures themes of resilience and community. Sally Field’s performance earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.