Film OverviewThe 1999 movie "Harvest" also referred to as "Cash Crop" is an American crime-drama movie directed by Stuart Burkin, and written by Burkin and David M. Korn. Its star-studded cast consists of Mary McCormack, James Van Der Beek, Jeff Goldblum, and Wil Horneff to name a few. The plot is set around a farming household that's embroiled in cannabis cultivation, a trick they desperately attempt to secure.
Plot Summary"Harvest" is set in the rural township of Auburn, Pennsylvania, amidst 500 acres of a family-run farm operated by the Malloy family. The eldest son, Greg Malloy (James Van Der Beek), is a Yale graduate law student who returns home to their farm after years away to find it diminish and in threat of being repossessed. Unable to handle the expenses connected with growing conventional crops, the family has actually relied on clandestinely cultivating cannabis to make ends meet, a secret held closely by the middle child, James (Wil Horneff). James has taken the reins of the farm's clandestine operations along with his youth pal Deputy Munn (Jeffrey DeMunn), who turns a blind eye to the unlawful activity to help the economically having a hard time community.
When their fellow townspeople start suspecting their activities, the Malloy household needs to evade being caught by local cops, led by Officer Dillard (Fred Weller), whose decision to root out criminal offense makes him a constant danger. The suspense and tension in the plot are built around the household's battle to maintain their trick and keep the farm out of foreclosure without being undermined by their criminal venture.
Themes and Criticisms"Harvest" explores the strengths and struggles of a family, their love and bond, their tricks and desperation to make it through. The crisis of the farming industry and the depth of the marijuana service are emerged with a touch of reality and authenticity. The film highlights the grim truths that drive innocent people to break the law, with a whitewashed representation of hardships dealt with by farmers in America.
Critically, the film received combined evaluations. Critics appreciated the portrayal of household dynamics and bonds under tension, but criticized the filmmakers for what they felt were oversimplifications of the complicated concerns of cannabis cultivation and the North American farming crisis. However, many agree that the performances, particularly by James Van Der Beek, were strong and brought the plot well.
ConclusionIn its totality, "Harvest" is a remarkable tale illustrating the lengths to which a household will go to protect their livelihood and their future, despite the moral ramifications. It exposes the vulnerability of little farming communities, their struggles and clarify issues such as the drug-trade. It is a crucial movie that utilizes the license of drama to treat considerable real-world problems with psychological expedition and to some level, social criticism.
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