The Big Country

"The Big Country" is a 1958 Western film directed by William Wyler. The story follows a ship captain, played by Gregory Peck, who arrives in the American West to be with his fiancée but finds himself in the midst of a feud between two rival families. The film explores themes of honor, courage, and personal integrity as the captain navigates the tensions and violence between the families. With an ensemble cast including Charlton Heston and Jean Simmons, "The Big Country" is a classic Western that delves into the complexities of masculinity and morality in the frontier setting.