Movie Description

The Sound and the Fury

(1959)

Overview

The once-prominent Compson family of Jefferson, Miss., has been reduced to near-penury by generations of alcoholism and sin. Levelheaded Jason struggles to keep the family together, but his teenage stepsister, Quentin, chafes against his strictures. When Quentin's estranged mother reappears in town, and carnival worker Charles attempts to seduce the virginal teen, the family may finally be headed for complete collapse.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Sound and the Fury

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1959-03-27

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 50m

Production Companies20th Century Fox,Jerry Wald Productions

Genres

  • Drama