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UNITED STATES · 1946

It's a Wonderful Life

Frank Capra
Classical Hollywood sacrifice and selflessness community and small-town values redemption class conflict Christmas and holiday spirit
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Synopsis

George Bailey has spent his entire life giving to the people of Bedford Falls. All that prevents rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town is George's modest building and loan company. But on Christmas Eve the business's $8,000 is lost and George's troubles begin.

Year1946
CountryUnited States
DirectorFrank Capra
MovementClassical Hollywood
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