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Splendor in the Grass (1961)

“There is a miracle in being young... and a fear.”

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Set against the backdrop of 1928's oil-rich southeast Kansas, 'Splendor in the Grass' chronicles the passionate yet tumultuous love story of high school sweethearts Bud Stamper and Deanie Loomis. Bud, the charismatic football captain, and Deanie, the poetic soul, find themselves ensnared in a web of youthful love and innocence. Bound by a mutual expectation of marriage, their relationship dances on the edge of a precipice, as they grapple with their burgeoning desires and the societal consequences of crossing the line. Their love, however, is not just a battlefield for their own emotions. It is also a pawn in the hands of their parents, whose oppressive expectations cast long shadows over their children's futures. Bud's father, Ace Stamper, an overbearing oil baron, sees no fault in his son and envisages a Yale education paving the way to a prosperous future. A future that contrasts starkly with Bud's self-image. On the other hand, Deanie's mother, a woman consumed by materialistic aspirations, yearns for her daughter's swift marriage into the Stamper family, envisioning a life of wealth and prestige. When the weight of these external pressures pushes Bud to make a decision, it sends ripples through their lives, altering their futures irreversibly. 'Splendor in the Grass' is a poignant exploration of young love, societal expectations, and the consequences of choices made under duress. It's a journey through the labyrinth of youth, where love and desire intersect with societal norms, painting a compelling picture of life in a bygone era.

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Splendor in the Grass is a drama movie featuring Natalie Wood.

It is possible to buy Splendor in the Grass on Amazon Video, Apple TV, DIRECTV, Google Play Movies, Vudu and YouTube or rent it on Spectrum On Demand.