Zelly and Me (Phoebe) (1988)

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In this drama, young Phoebe (Alexandra Johnes) is sent to live with her wealthy grandmother (Glynis Johns) after both of her parents are tragically killed. As Phoebe attempts to accustom herself to her new life with her stern grandmother, she becomes very attached to her governess, Zelly (Isabella… More In this drama, young Phoebe (Alexandra Johnes) is sent to live with her wealthy grandmother (Glynis Johns) after both of her parents are tragically killed. As Phoebe attempts to accustom herself to her new life with her stern grandmother, she becomes very attached to her governess, Zelly (Isabella Rossellini). However, when her jealous grandmother discovers that her granddaughter has grown closer to the hired help than with her own flesh and blood, she fires all of the employees, much to Phoebe's dismay. ~ Iotis Erlewine, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: PG, 1 hr. 27 min.
Directed By: Tina Rathborne
Genres: Drama

In Theaters: Apr 15, 1988 Wide

Critic Reviews

Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
Small and intimate movie about the resiliency of a little girl in the face of adversity, pain and change.

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Cast

            Isabella Rossellini as Joan "Zelly"

            Glynis Johns as Co-Co

            Alexandra Johnes as Phoebe

            Kaiulani Lee as Nora

            David Lynch as Willie

            Joe Morton as Earl

            Terrance Afer-Anderson as Chauffeur

            Aaron Boone as David

            Lindsay Dickon as Kitty

            Lynn Hallowell as Waitress

            Lee Lively as Elegant Gentleman

            Jason McCall as Alexander

            John Raynes as Bus Driver

            Courtney Vickery as Dora

            Rick Warner as Policeman

            Julia Beale Williams as Maid

            Amy Young as School Child on Bus

            Michael Kennedy as Taxi Driver

            Jason Allen as School Child on Bus

            Haley Curvin as School Child on Bus

            Justin Grant as School Child on Bus

            Andy Grimes as School Child on Bus

            Jennifer Lee Harvey as School Child on Bus

            Melissa Klein as School Child on Bus

            Matt Laffler as School Child on Bus

            Stephanie Malara as School Child on Bus

            Dr. Sharon Morris May as School Child on Bus

            Katie McGinty as School Child on Bus

            Kris Monson as School Child on Bus

            Abby Parker as School Child on Bus

            Erika Ritter as School Child on Bus

            Woody Sullender as School Child on Bus

            Curtis Worth as School Child on Bus

            David Norris as School Child on Bus
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