

Hazel's People
Happy as the Grass Was Green
“It took courage to live among Hazel's people.”
Synopsis
An NYU student visits a Mennonite friend in Lancaster, Pennsylvania after a fellow Mennonite is killed while protesting the Vietnam War.
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January 21, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Davis, Merle Good
- Original Score
- William Loose
- Original Title
- Happy as the Grass Was Green
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Burt Martin Associates Production, Gateway Films, Evangeliums Rundfunk, VVL
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Davis
Charles Davis, Merle Good
William Loose
Erwin Dumbrille
Merle Good, Burt Martin
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Davis
Writer
Charles Davis
Director
Merle Good
Writer
Merle Good
Producer
Phyllis Good
Costume Design
Burt Martin
Producer
Erwin Dumbrille
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hazel's People
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hazel's People about?
An NYU student visits a Mennonite friend in Lancaster, Pennsylvania after a fellow Mennonite is killed while protesting the Vietnam War.
Who directed Hazel's People?
Hazel's People was directed by Charles Davis.
Who stars in Hazel's People?
The principal cast of Hazel's People includes Graham Beckel, Rachel Thomas, Stephen G. Weaver, Luke Sickle, John Miller.
When was Hazel's People released and how long is it?
Hazel's People was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Hazel's People?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hazel's People was composed by William Loose.



















