A Patch of Blue (1965)

Cast

• Sidney Poitier - Gordon Ralfe
• Shelley Winters - Rose-Ann D'Arcey
• Elizabeth Hartman - Selina D'Arcey
• Wallace Ford - Ole Pa
• Ivan Dixon - Mark Ralfe
• Elisabeth Fraser - Sadie
• John Qualen - Mr. Faber
• Kelly Flynn - Yanek Faber
• Debi Storm - Selina, Age 5
• Renata Vanni - Mrs. Favaloro

Screenplay

• Elizabeth Kata (Novel)
• Guy Green (Screenplay)

Themes

Platonic Love and Silent Suffering, Social Commentary and Reflection

Keywords

friendship, prostitute, grandparent grandchild relationship, tension, racism, blind, park, tenement, blindness, innocence lost, abuse

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Patch of Blue about?

A blind, uneducated white girl is befriended by a black man, who becomes determined to help her escape her impoverished and abusive home life.

Who directed A Patch of Blue?

A Patch of Blue was directed by Guy Green.

Who stars in A Patch of Blue?

A Patch of Blue stars Sidney Poitier, Shelley Winters, Elizabeth Hartman, Wallace Ford, Ivan Dixon, Elisabeth Fraser.

How long is A Patch of Blue?

A Patch of Blue has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).

What genre is A Patch of Blue?

A Patch of Blue is a Drama, Romance film.

What is the budget of A Patch of Blue?

A Patch of Blue had a budget of $800,000.

How much did A Patch of Blue gross?

A Patch of Blue grossed $7M worldwide.

Where was A Patch of Blue produced?

A Patch of Blue was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of A Patch of Blue?

The themes of A Patch of Blue include: Platonic Love and Silent Suffering, Social Commentary and Reflection.