‘Picnic': The Unspoken Unease Behind Small-Town Smiles

A celebration on Labor Day reveals how characters need to be seen for who they really are.
‘Picnic': The Unspoken Unease Behind Small-Town Smiles
Hal Carter (William Holden) and Madge Owens (Kim Novak) dance, in “Picnic.” Columbia Pictures
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NR | 1h 55m | Drama, Romance | 1955

Some of the most powerful dramas don’t revolve around tycoons, action heroes, or athletes. They center on ordinary people navigating ordinary lives.

Ian Kane
Ian Kane
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Ian Kane is an U.S. Army veteran, author, filmmaker, and actor. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.