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The Basket (2000)

Movie ★ 6.3 105 min

Drama

In 1918, when the wheat-farming townspeople of Waterville, Washington, welcome home their first wounded son from World War I, they're struck by war's harsh reality. As bigotry and hatred toward two German orphans divide the close-knit community, new schoolteacher Martin rolls into town with some strange ideas and an even stranger leather ball, striving to bring harmony to the town before it tears itself apart.

Rich Cowan Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 5, 2000
Runtime
105 min
Rating
PG
Box office
$619,042
IMDb
tt0190255

Cast

Peter Coyote Peter Coyote Martin Conlon Karen Allen Karen Allen Bessie Emery Robert Burke Helmut Brink Amber Willenborg Brigitta Brink Jack MacDonald Nicholas Emery Eric Dane Eric Dane Tom Emery Brian Skala Nathan Emery Patrick Treadway Patrick Treadway Frederick Treadway

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Basket about?
In 1918, when the wheat-farming townspeople of Waterville, Washington, welcome home their first wounded son from World War I, they're struck by war's harsh reality. As bigotry and hatred toward two German orphans divide the close-knit community, new schoolteacher Martin rolls into town with some strange ideas and an even stranger leather ball, striving to bring harmony to the town before it tears itself apart.
Who directed The Basket?
The Basket was directed by Rich Cowan.
Who stars in The Basket?
The Basket stars Peter Coyote, Karen Allen, Robert Burke, Amber Willenborg.
When was The Basket released?
The Basket is a 2000 drama film.
Where can I watch The Basket?
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