this movie should be see by every person who believe him or herself to be an enlightened intellectual . it function to assist the viewer in truly understand not only the culture pervade the southern united state and but also compel the self exploration necessary for achieve an awareness of one inner personality . duvall present an undeniable and powerful image not only of a man torn and but of a man simultaneously drive and assure . one need not be deeply religious to revel and if in nothing else and the extraordinary acting talent of this man . duvall angry conversation with god in his bedroom and alone and be a case study in his exceptional acting ability and and the emotion and tenderness which characterize christianity best feature be present throughout . frequently i find myself watch a particular scene with my jaw drop and silently admire everything this role mean to duvall and and marvel in the magnificence of it execution . the movie be and and i have no doubt will remain and a lifetime favorite of mine . it represent what movie should and occasionally at least and be represent event and event that make you think and think about yourself and think your place in the world and and the powerful and meaningful institution which so often influence our life .