The Riverbed (1986)

"The Riverbed traces the story of a despondent drifter who stumbles across a farmhouse inhabited by a wealthy widow and her disabled daughter. Exchanging board for labour, he stays at the house. Eventually he consents to the mother's wish that he marry the girl, with his eye on financial gain. He takes the girl to the city, where the couple struggles against hardship. As the man reverts to petty theft, her health deteriorates and he is forced to take her back to the now-abandoned farmhouse." - MIFF

Director: Rachel Reichman
Runtime: 95 min
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Country: Netherlands, United States of America
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Riverbed about?
"The Riverbed traces the story of a despondent drifter who stumbles across a farmhouse inhabited by a wealthy widow and her disabled daughter. Exchanging board for labour, he stays at the house. Eventually he consents to the mother's wish that he marry the girl, with his eye on financial gain. He takes the girl to the city, where the couple struggles against hardship. As the man reverts to petty theft, her health deteriorates and he is forced to take her back to the now-abandoned farmhouse." - MIFF
Who directed The Riverbed?
The Riverbed was directed by Rachel Reichman.
Who stars in The Riverbed?
The Riverbed stars Sharon Bellanoff-Smith, John Beuscher, Elaine C. Grove.
How long is The Riverbed?
The Riverbed has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
Where was The Riverbed produced?
The Riverbed was produced in Netherlands, United States of America.