Loosely based on Kathryn Forbes' book -Mama's Bank Account- this film actually contains richer detail and more intricate character- izations. In turn-of-the-century San Francisco young Katrina Hansen chronicles episodes of life with her extended family who combine traditional Norwegian values with modern American ways. So successful that it became a popular radio show and then a TV sitcom both with Barbara BelGeddes and Irene Dunne from the film.