Henry Tawes is the sheriff in a small town in Tennessee. A man of strong moral fiber, he is always quick to judge others and follows the law zealously. Then he meets Alma, a beautiful young girl who turns his world upside-down. Unable to ignore his feelings, he starts an affair with her. But in a small town nothing is secret for long.

Starring:

Tuesday Weld, Gregory Peck, Ralph Meeker, Estelle Parsons

Genre:

Drama