Rip Torn delivers a strong performance as an experienced Wyoming rancher who understands the difficulties of survival in such an isolated area. He portrays “Clyde,” who hires “Elinor” (Conchata Ferrell), a recently arrived widow, as his housekeeper. Elinor brings her young daughter (Megan Folsom), and eventually decides she wants to live independently. Clyde suggests against it, and they reach an agreement where they…