Friendly Persuasion (1956)

Name: Friendly Persuasion
Released: 1956

The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitude?

Genres: Drama, War

What to watch after Friendly Persuasion

Gentleman's Agreement (1947)
Beau Geste (1939)
The Westerner (1940) — Same feel: moralistic, dramatic
Sergeant York (1941) — Gary Cooper appears in both
Wings (1927)
For Whom the Bell Tolls (1943) — Same subject: civil war