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The Yearling

Where:

Florida

When:

The 1870s

In 1870s Florida, a rural family struggles to survive. A lonely twelve-year-old son, Jody (Wil Horneff), the lone surviving child, against his mother's better judgment eventually persuades his parents to allow him a pet fawn, which Jody grows to love deeply. Tragic conflict arises when the fawn begins eating the family's food crops.

Released in 1994 — 90 minutes

Genres:

Drama TV Movie