The People
Originally released in 1972. The People is a drama/science fiction film. directed by John Korty. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kim Darby, William Shatner, and Diane Varsi
Synopsis
A young woman is assigned to teach school in a secluded valley whose inhabitants appear stern, secretive and anti-pleasure. Following two children who disappear to play in the woods, she finds that this is actually a community of extraterrestrials with mild paranormal powers who are attempting to repress and deny their heritage for fear of arousing prejudice and hatred in their human neighbors. Based on a series of novels by the late Zenna Henderson.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 22, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Zoetrope
- Metromedia Producers Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The People about?
A young woman is assigned to teach school in a secluded valley whose inhabitants appear stern, secretive and anti-pleasure. Following two children who disappear to play in the woods, she finds that...
Who directed The People?
The People was directed by John Korty.
How long is The People?
The People has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The People released?
The People was released on January 22, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The People?
The main cast of The People includes Kim Darby, William Shatner, Diane Varsi, Dan O'Herlihy, Laurie Walters.