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The story follows Elizabeth Rambeau (played by Jean Simmons), an Englishwoman who arrives in California in 1931 to live with her winemaking family. The family is led by the patriarch Philippe Rambeau (Claude Rains), a man of high principles who refuses to sell his grapes to bootleggers.

: Portrays the patriarch Philippe, delivering what critics consider the film's strongest performance. [cb01 ac] La Mia Terra 1959

: Plays Elizabeth Rambeau, the "poor relation" caught in the family's web. The story follows Elizabeth Rambeau (played by Jean

The conflict arises between generations: the older, traditional vintners and the younger men, represented by Philippe’s illegitimate grandson, John Rambeau (Rock Hudson). John is a charming but ruthless "troublemaker playboy" who plots to sell the family's wine to criminals for profit. The film unfolds as a "gigantic soap opera" filled with secrets, forbidden love, and familial double-crosses. Director : Henry King . Rock Hudson : Stars as the rebellious John Rambeau. : Plays Elizabeth Rambeau, the "poor relation" caught