Handcart (2002)
The story of one man's journey with the Martin Handcart Company
This is a fictional love story with the 1856 Handcart Pioneers as the backdrop. Sam Hunter, falls for a Mormon Pioneer woman, Abigail, as she is moving west. As the pioneers stop in his town of Iowa City, he pretends to desire joining the Mormon Church to show his love for Abigail. As hardships prevail, his faith is tested on their way to Zion.
Director: Kels Goodman
Genre: Drama, Romance, History
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: October 11, 2002
Cast
- Jaelin Petrie - Samual Hunter
- Stephanie Albach - Abigail
- Chris Kendrick - Moose
- Shannon Skinner - Patricia
- Gretchen Skinner - Sarah
- Joel Bishop - Edward Martin
- Scott Christopher - Robert Quincy
- Darin Andersen - Trapper Cobb
- T.J. Bishop - Extra
- Junior Case - Food Rationer
Screenplay
Production: Ampersand Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Themes
Religious Persecution and Search for Tolerance, Unwavering Faith and Hope, Religious Divide and Conflict of Faith, Epic Historical Stories, Faith, Religion and Spirituality
Keywords
faith, utah, pioneer, mormon, latter day saints, journey, 19th century, religious persecution, mormon pioneer
More Films by Director: Kels Goodman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Handcart about?
- This is a fictional love story with the 1856 Handcart Pioneers as the backdrop. Sam Hunter, falls for a Mormon Pioneer woman, Abigail, as she is moving west. As the pioneers stop in his town of Iowa City, he pretends to desire joining the Mormon Church to show his love for Abigail. As hardships prevail, his faith is tested on their way to Zion.
- Who directed Handcart?
- Handcart was directed by Kels Goodman.
- Who stars in Handcart?
- Handcart stars Jaelin Petrie, Stephanie Albach, Chris Kendrick, Shannon Skinner, Gretchen Skinner, Joel Bishop.
- How long is Handcart?
- Handcart has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is Handcart?
- Handcart is a Drama, Romance, History film.
- Where was Handcart produced?
- Handcart was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Handcart?
- The themes of Handcart include: Religious Persecution and Search for Tolerance, Unwavering Faith and Hope, Religious Divide and Conflict of Faith, Epic Historical Stories, Faith, Religion and Spirituality.