Overview

A harsh if ultimately optimistic depiction of life in the unforgiving Hebrides, that includes documentary footage to add to the sense of realism. A woman weathers the conscription of her husband, destructive storms, a son who yearns to leave the family home and an outbreak of cholera before winning the man she truly loves.

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Cast

Helen Shingler

Catrine

Carole Lesley

Una (child)

Hamilton Deane

Professor