How Green Was My Valley and the 14th Academy Awards

The Best Picture breakdown by Worthy hosts, Ben Smith and Jon Roberts, ventures into the mind of one of the most prolific director of Old Hollywood, John Ford. His black and white 1941 epic “How Green Was My Valley” garnered Ford his 3rd Best Director award and only Best Picture win. The film revolves around a Welsh coal mining family through the eyes of the youngest son Huw (Roddy McDowall). 

The discussion on “How Green Was My Valley” centers on the film’s well structured narrative, the grand scale of the film’s set design and the strong performances from the ensemble cast. The film also holds the notorious distinction of beating out “Citizen Kane” for the Best Picture award at the 14th Academy Awards. Do Ben and Jon agree with the Academy’s decision? Listen to find out!

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