The Red Pony (1949) is a touching coming-of-age drama based on the beloved novella by Nobel Prize-winning author John Steinbeck. Set in rural California, the film tells the story of a young boy named Tom who learns about life, responsibility, and loss after he's given a red pony to care for.
Directed by Lewis Milestone, with a screenplay by Steinbeck himself and a beautiful score by Aaron Copland, this film is a heartfelt portrayal of childhood and growth, capturing both the beauty and hardship of farm life.
