The Jilting of Granny Weatherall (1980)
Granny Weatherall (Geraldine Fitzgerald) is a spunky old lady of eighty who bosses around her doctor and her children. She seems so strong and in control, and yet she has never had the upper hand in her destiny. One morning, a flood of long-forgotten memories bring her to the realization that of all her accomplishments, she cannot console herself for the shame-filled day she was left standing at the alter. Still, her indomitable will to live and act independently infuses the last day of her life. Adapted from the short story by acclaimed writer Katherine Anne Porter ("Ship of Fools"), The Jilting of Granny Weatherall reminds us of the plight of many women who wait for life to claim them, rather than seek life out for themselves.
Director: Randa Haines
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: March 3, 1980
Cast
- Richard Dow - George
- Geraldine Fitzgerald - Granny Weatherall
- Lois Smith - Cornelia
- Roy Cooper - William
- William Swetland - Galton
- Robert Gerringer - James
- Doris Belack - Olive
- Frederick Coffin - Dr. Harry
- Mia Dillon - Hapsy
- Gladys Clements - Nurse
Screenplay
Music: Jonathan Tunick
Editing: Stanley Warnow
Production: Learning in Focus
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Randa Haines
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Jilting of Granny Weatherall about?
- Granny Weatherall (Geraldine Fitzgerald) is a spunky old lady of eighty who bosses around her doctor and her children. She seems so strong and in control, and yet she has never had the upper hand in her destiny. One morning, a flood of long-forgotten memories bring her to the realization that of all her accomplishments, she cannot console herself for the shame-filled day she was left standing at the alter. Still, her indomitable will to live and act independently infuses the last day of her life. Adapted from the short story by acclaimed writer Katherine Anne Porter ("Ship of Fools"), The Jilting of Granny Weatherall reminds us of the plight of many women who wait for life to claim them, rather than seek life out for themselves.
- Who directed The Jilting of Granny Weatherall?
- The Jilting of Granny Weatherall was directed by Randa Haines.
- Who stars in The Jilting of Granny Weatherall?
- The Jilting of Granny Weatherall stars Richard Dow, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Lois Smith, Roy Cooper, William Swetland, Robert Gerringer.
- How long is The Jilting of Granny Weatherall?
- The Jilting of Granny Weatherall has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is The Jilting of Granny Weatherall?
- The Jilting of Granny Weatherall is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Jilting of Granny Weatherall produced?
- The Jilting of Granny Weatherall was produced in United States of America.