Right after the Civil War, an ex-Union soldier sets out to become a schoolmaster in his small town, even though many locals still harbor a resentment against "Yankees"..
Is it worth the watch? Honestly, only if you have a soft spot for dusty, black-and-white morality tales where everyone speaks a little too clearly. If you want high-octane drama or historical accuracy, stay away. It’s perfect for people who like to see how movies used to handle 'local flavor' without actually having an...
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"Is it worth the watch? Honestly, only if you have a soft spot for dusty, black-and-white morality tales where everyone speaks a little too clearly. If you want high-octane drama or historical accuracy, stay away. It’s perfect for people who like to see how movies used to handle 'local flavor' without actually having any. The whole thing feels like it was put together on a shoestring budget, which isn't always a bad thing. Sometimes it gives a film character. Here, it just makes the town of Flat..."
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