Le prix du courage

A well-intentioned drama with a social theme, "The Runaway" is designed to show how some people in the 40s began to question the injustice of racism in the South. It is an effective detective story and contains a positive message. Although the use of the Conjure Woman seems to smack of humanism and the occult, the story does not focus on this prophetess. The film centers on the friendship of the two 12-year-old boys and a dedicated sheriff who stands up for his principles. It shows that often a person is not popular when he does the right thing.

Perhaps not the best Hallmark production I have ever seen, but it does entertain - and without any objectionable language or excessive violence. Although the villain threatens his wife and it is discovered that he has committed dastardly deeds, the content is not exploitive or excessive. And justice is served. Good movie. James Welch Henderson Arkansas 4/21/21.