Spencer's Mountain

A family drama set in Wyoming's Teton Range, Spencer's Mountain tells the story of Clay Spencer, a fiercely independent patriarch who navigates issues of religion and education to build a brighter future for his large and growing family. As his eldest son prepares to attend college, Clay must balance his own desires with the needs of those around him, all while facing challenges from within and outside his family. With its themes of traditional values and conservative ideals, this 1963 film explores the struggles of a rural family to adapt to changing times.