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Picnic (1955)

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Plot

As the morning sun bathes a quaint small town in golden light, the tranquil scene is disrupted by the arrival of Hal Carter, a charismatic drifter with a magnetic charm. Hitchhiking by train, he descends upon the town on Labor Day, seeking out his old college friend, Alan Benson. Alan, the son of the town's wealthiest industrialist, Mr. Benson, lives a life of privilege, far removed from Hal's nomadic existence. With no work to be found on the holiday, Hal charms his way into the affections of kindly Ms. Helen Potts, who offers him a warm meal and a glimpse into the local life. It’s here that Hal's wandering eyes meet the radiant beauty of Marjorie "Madge" Owens, the town's sweetheart and Alan's prized girlfriend. Invited to the local picnic by an unsuspecting Alan, Hal finds himself in the company of Madge's younger sister, Millie Owens. His boisterous charm and captivating tales of life on the road make him an instant hit among the local girls, his charisma a stark contrast to his lack of concrete accomplishments. But beneath the bravado lies a gentle soul, and he soon finds himself captivated by the stunning Madge. As the picnic blankets are rolled away and the sun sets on Labor Day, Hal's growing affection for Madge stirs up a whirlwind of emotions, leading to a feeling of betrayal in the heart of his best friend, Alan. This small town's Labor Day picnic becomes a turning point for all, a day of revelations, love, and friendships tested.

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Picnic is a drama movie featuring William Holden and directed by Joshua Logan.

It is possible to buy Picnic on Amazon Video, Apple TV, DIRECTV, Google Play Movies, Vudu and YouTube.