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Homer Wells, an orphan raised by the ether-addicted Dr. Wilbur Larch, becomes his protégé at St. Cloud's Orphanage, assisting with both deliveries and illegal abortions, but Homer eventually leaves with Wally Worthington and his girlfriend, Candy Kendall, to work at Wally's family apple orchard. Homer falls in love with Candy while Wally is away fighting in World War Two, and Homer learns about life outside the orphanage, including the migrant workers' struggles and the harsh realities of their lives. When Wally returns paralyzed from the war, Homer stays with Candy out of a sense of duty, but he is forced to perform an abortion on Mr. Rose's daughter, Rose Rose, after Mr. Rose rapes her. Homer decides to return to St. Cloud's after Mr. Rose's death and Dr. Larch's passing, taking over as the new director and continuing Larch's legacy of caring for the orphans and providing necessary medical services. Homer embraces his destiny, delivering Dr. Larch's nightly benediction to the orphans, finally finding his true home and purpose.
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Orphaned Homer Wells grows up under the care of Dr.
Open full beat sheetHomer Wells is listed as Protagonist / Orphan / Doctor's Apprentice. A young man raised at the orphanage who becomes Dr. Larch's protege. In the parsed data, Homer Wells is connected to 82 scenes, 96 dialogue lines, 100 text mentions, first appearing around scene 4.
82 scenes / 96 dialogue linesDr. Wilbur Larch is listed as Doctor at St. Cloud's Orphanage. A dedicated, ether-addicted physician who runs the orphanage. In the parsed data, Dr. Wilbur Larch is connected to 32 scenes, 74 dialogue lines, 74 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
32 scenes / 74 dialogue linesCandy Kendall is listed as Wally's girlfriend. A beautiful young woman who becomes involved with Homer. In the parsed data, Candy Kendall is connected to 27 scenes, 38 dialogue lines, 39 text mentions, first appearing around scene 23.
27 scenes / 38 dialogue linesMr. Rose is listed as Cider House foreman. The enigmatic leader of the migrant workers. In the parsed data, Mr. Rose is connected to 22 scenes, 28 dialogue lines, 29 text mentions, first appearing around scene 45.
22 scenes / 28 dialogue linesRose Rose is listed as Mr. Rose's daughter. A young woman working in the cider house. In the parsed data, Rose Rose is connected to 20 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 14 text mentions, first appearing around scene 48.
20 scenes / 14 dialogue linesWally Worthington is listed as Army Air Corps Officer. A handsome pilot who becomes Homer's friend. In the parsed data, Wally Worthington is connected to 19 scenes, 29 dialogue lines, 30 text mentions, first appearing around scene 23.
19 scenes / 29 dialogue linesNurse Edna is listed as Nurse at St. Cloud's. A dedicated nurse at the orphanage. In the parsed data, Nurse Edna is connected to 19 scenes, 20 dialogue lines, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.
19 scenes / 20 dialogue linesBuster is listed as Orphan. A sixteen-year-old orphan. In the parsed data, Buster is connected to 19 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 17 text mentions, first appearing around scene 14.
19 scenes / 14 dialogue linesMuddy is listed as Migrant worker. A migrant worker in the cider house. In the parsed data, Muddy is connected to 18 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 48.
18 scenes / 5 dialogue linesPeaches is listed as Migrant worker. A migrant worker from Georgia. In the parsed data, Peaches is connected to 18 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 57.
18 scenes / 3 dialogue linesNurse Angela is listed as Nurse at St. Cloud's. A compassionate nurse at the orphanage. In the parsed data, Nurse Angela is connected to 17 scenes, 20 dialogue lines, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 12.
17 scenes / 20 dialogue linesFuzzy is listed as Orphan. A sickly, young orphan. In the parsed data, Fuzzy is connected to 10 scenes, 27 dialogue lines, 33 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
10 scenes / 27 dialogue linesMary Agnes is listed as Orphan. A tough-looking teenage orphan. In the parsed data, Mary Agnes is connected to 10 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 52.
10 scenes / 8 dialogue linesOlive Worthington is listed as Wally's mother. An elegant, reserved woman who owns the apple orchards. In the parsed data, Olive Worthington is connected to 8 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 44.
8 scenes / 9 dialogue linesAn establishing shot of the train station where Dr. Larch reflects on his arrival at the orphanage.
Dr. Wilbur LarchDr. Larch introduces an infant Homer Wells to his first adopting parents.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer WellsDr. Larch delivers his nightly benediction and is confronted by parents returning baby Homer.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Nurse EdnaDr. Larch and Homer discuss their work and the ethics of abortion.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer WellsLarch and Homer examine a patient and discuss the cause of her condition.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Nurse AngelaHomer and Larch care for Fuzzy, a sickly orphan.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Rose Rose, FuzzyLarch lectures a couple about the necessity of destroying records of orphans' pasts.
Dr. Wilbur LarchHomer comforts Curly, who feels unwanted by prospective parents.
Homer Wells, FuzzyOrphans watch Hazel leave with her new parents.
Edna and the girls say goodbye to Hazel.
Nurse EdnaOrphans run outside into the spring weather.
Angela playfully coaxes Larch out of his ether-induced stupor.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse AngelaA pregnant woman forces Homer to feel her baby's movement.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer WellsHomer and Buster discuss their parents while waiting for a train.
Homer Wells, Buster, Mary AgnesOrphans watch King Kong while Larch worries about his job security.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Nurse Angela, Nurse Edna, FuzzyHomer reads David Copperfield to Fuzzy while Larch discusses his past.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, FuzzyThe orphanage is quiet in the moonlight.
Edna finds a frightened young girl near the incinerator.
Nurse EdnaLarch and Homer treat a twelve-year-old girl who attempted a self-abortion.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Nurse EdnaHomer storms out of the operating room in anger.
Homer WellsLarch and Homer bury the twelve-year-old girl.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, BusterLarch and Homer ride in a truck driven by Buster.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, BusterWally and Candy arrive at the orphanage.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy Kendall, Fuzzy, BusterHomer meets with Wally and Candy regarding their procedure.
Homer Wells, Nurse Edna, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallWally and Homer talk while Candy is being prepped.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer Wells, Nurse Angela, Nurse Edna, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallHomer watches Wally and Candy from the window while caring for Fuzzy.
Homer Wells, FuzzyHomer approaches Wally to ask for a ride away from the orphanage.
Homer Wells, Wally WorthingtonHomer runs through the orphanage and encounters Dr. Larch.
Homer Wells, Dr. Wilbur LarchLarch confronts Homer about his decision to leave the orphanage.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Homer WellsLarch informs the staff that Homer is leaving.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse Angela, Nurse Edna, Buster, Mary AgnesLarch and Edna give Homer clothes and money for his journey.
Homer Wells, Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse EdnaHomer departs the orphanage with Wally and Candy.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy Kendall, Nurse Angela, Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse EdnaThe journey begins as Homer observes the road.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallAngela says goodnight to the boys in honor of Homer.
Nurse AngelaMary Agnes is seen slapping her face in the mirror.
Mary AgnesLarch takes ether while hearing the boys say goodnight to Homer.
Dr. Wilbur LarchHomer and Wally discuss the apple business while Candy sleeps.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallCandy breaks down emotionally while Wally is away from the car.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallThe car continues on the road.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallHomer sees the ocean for the first time.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallWally teaches Homer how to throw a football.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallThey arrive at the lobster pound.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Candy KendallWally and Homer arrive at the Worthington house.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Olive WorthingtonHomer meets Olive.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Olive WorthingtonHomer meets the migrant workers and Mr. Rose.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesThe workers have supper.
Homer Wells, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesHomer unpacks and reads to the workers.
Homer Wells, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesHomer reads to the workers, then reads a list of rules aloud, causing a stir.
Homer Wells, Rose Rose, Mr. Rose, Buster, Peaches, MuddyHomer lies awake while Larch's voice echoes in his memory.
Homer Wells, Dr. Wilbur LarchWally takes Homer for a wild ride in his Jeep through the orchards.
Wally Worthington, Homer WellsWally and Homer meet Candy; Wally teases her with an apple branch.
Wally Worthington, Homer Wells, Candy KendallWally introduces Homer to the women workers and discusses his departure.
Homer Wells, Wally Worthington, Mary AgnesMr. Rose teaches Homer how to pick apples properly.
Mr. Rose, Homer WellsLarch reveals his plan to create a fake identity for Homer to save his position.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse Angela, Nurse EdnaThe workers sit on the roof and talk about the war and the stars.
Rose Rose, Homer Wells, Buster, Mr. Rose, Muddy, PeachesOlive and Candy check the apple shipment; Homer is praised.
Homer Wells, Olive Worthington, Candy Kendall, Mr. Rose, Rose RoseHomer gets dressed up to go out with Candy.
Homer Wells, Peaches, Rose Rose, Mr. RoseHomer visits the lobster pound with Candy and Ray.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallLarch reacts angrily to the apples Homer sent.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse Edna, Nurse AngelaHomer and Candy watch a movie and discuss their lives.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallHomer and the migrant workers pick apples while discussing Homer's relationship with Candy.
Homer Wells, Rose Rose, Muddy, Peaches, Mr. RoseDr. Larch presents Homer Wells' resume to the Board of Trustees.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse Angela, Nurse EdnaLarch and Angela dance until Edna interrupts with questions about Homer.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, Nurse Angela, Nurse EdnaMr. Rose confronts Jack about his behavior in the cider mill.
Mr. Rose, Homer Wells, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesHomer stitches Mr. Rose's hand after the fight.
Mr. Rose, Homer Wells, Rose RoseHomer and Candy visit a drive-in theatre.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallLarch shows Fuzzy a movie before Fuzzy passes away.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, FuzzyLarch and Buster bury Fuzzy.
Dr. Wilbur Larch, BusterBuster tells the orphans that Fuzzy was adopted.
BusterOlive brings mail and clothes to the workers.
Olive Worthington, Homer Wells, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, PeachesHomer hides his mail package.
Homer WellsHomer and Candy spend time at the beach and become intimate.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallHomer and Candy discuss their situation after being intimate.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallHomer removes Mr. Rose's stitches.
Homer Wells, Mr. Rose, Rose RoseHomer and Candy talk on the dock.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallOlive and Homer share a meal.
Olive Worthington, Homer WellsThe migrant workers depart for the season.
Olive Worthington, Homer Wells, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesThe migrant workers leave the cider house, saying goodbye to Homer.
Homer Wells, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesHomer settles into the bunkhouse and is visited by Candy.
Homer Wells, Candy KendallThe pickers return to the bunkhouse, catching Homer and Candy in a compromising position.
Homer Wells, Candy Kendall, Mr. Rose, Rose Rose, Muddy, PeachesYou pickin' more cider apples then anythin' else. Them drops is good only for cider. And you pickin' the stems with the apples only half the time. They good only for cider, too--if you don't pick them stems. The rule is, you wanna pick the apple with the stem, Homer. And see here... see that bud that's just above the stem? That's the bud for next year's apple--that's called the spur. You pick the spur, you pickin' two years in one--you pickin' next year's apple 'fore it have a chance to grow. You leave that on the branch, you hear?
Thus I began my new life, in a new name, and with everything new about me... I felt... like one in a dream... The remembrance of that life is fraught with so much... want of hope... Whether it lasted for a year, or more, or less, I do not know. I only know that it was, and ceased to be; and... there I leave it.
If she'd come to you four months ago and asked you for a simple D and C, what would you have decided to do? Nothing? This is what doing nothing gets you, Homer. It means that someone else is going to do the job--some moron who doesn't know how!
Nobody volunteers for the Burma run--he said so himself. And nobody knows me better than him! So how am I supposed to feel? He's a bomber pilot and I'm just selfish, I know. Well, I'm not a brave little girl and I'm not sorry.
Uh... "merely suggesting that some new blood might benefit you all... someone with new ideas in the obstetrical and pediatric fields." I think they're just testing some ideas for our next meeting.
Uh... I'm shipping out sooner than I thought. I just wanted to be sure you were settled in--and happy enough, considering... Are you bored stiff? Or can you stick it out for a bit?
Oh my, yes! This is a far superior taste--and crisp, too! You know, so many apples are disappointingly mealy. I wonder of most of the apples in my life weren't meant for pies!
I looked at the stars, and considered how awful it would be for a man to turn his face to them as he froze to death, and see no help or pity in all the glittering multitude.
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