April 19, 2009
The wife was definitely a selfish shrew but the mother humming hymns all day would pluck my nerves, too!
Geraldine Page, John Heard, Carlin Glynn
Carrie Watts is living the twilight of her life trapped in an apartment in 1940's Houston, Texas with a controlling daughter-in-law and a hen-pecked son. Her fondest wish -- just once before she dies ...( read more
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DVD Release Date: April 12, 2005
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April 4, 2009A good screenplay version of the famous play. This is thoughtful and sentimental which is easy to do on stage, but a lot harder to pull off in a full length film, as sometimes the story becomes too thin and perhaps it does here too, but just a little. Geraldine Page gives a grand...( read more)
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May 19, 2008Geraldine Page proves why she was one of the preeminent actress of her time in this lovely, poignant film.
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December 19, 2007May not gain the momentum of some of the greats, but this is nonetheless a highly authentic, touching picture. Ms. Page's performance in particular is both effortless and brilliant. As well deserved an acting oscar as any I've seen.
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