The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds
Life's been a real bitch to Beatrice Hunsdorfer. And vice versa.
1972-12-20
United States of America
100 minutes.
Overview
Middle-aged widow Beatrice Hunsdorfer and her daughters Ruth and Matilda are struggling to survive in a society they barely understand. Beatrice dreams of opening an elegant tea room but does not have the wherewithal to achieve her lofty goal. Epileptic Ruth is a rebellious adolescent, while shy but highly intelligent and idealistic Matilda seeks solace in her pets and school projects, including one designed to show how small amounts of radium affect marigolds.
Year 1972
Director Paul Newman
Crew Paul Zindel (Theatre Play), John Foreman (Executive Producer), Paul Newman (Producer), Shirley Rich (Casting), Gene Callahan (Production Design), Richard Merrell (Set Decoration)
Popularity 5
Language English