But he resists taking part in abortions. Coming of age in 1943, he goes off to experience the outside world. He also becomes friends with migrant apple pickers, where he s forced to make a decision regarding a pregnancy resulting from a case of father-daughter incest. Homer returns to St. Cloud s to carry on the tradition of his mentor Larch, who has died. In both the book and film, Irving favors abortion.
Cider explores family love of varied kinds and moral worth.
It makes a heartcracking case for adoptions, with its appealing images of forgotten older children, desperate for love, who will never be adopted. Delroy Lindo is crucial and superb as the complex leader of the migrant family. It doesn t seem like much fun to watch other people win or lose large amounts of money. Americans also like spectator sports. Lottery winners become celebrities, symbols of materialistic hope.