The Last Leaf (1983)
An Easter Parable
An Easter Parable: As lingering pneumonia takes her will to live, a young girl decides that she will die when the last leaf drops from a dying vine outside her window. Her neighbor, an elderly artist frustrated by his inability to paint what is in his heart, follows the example of the Savior and makes the ultimate sacrifice to save her life. In doing so, he creates the masterpiece he has been struggling to paint.
Director: David Anspaugh
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 24 min
Release Date: April 1, 1983
Cast
- Jane Kaczmarek - Joanna Brady
- Sydney Penny - Susan
- Art Carney - Mr. Verlain
- Hermione Baddeley - Mrs. McCleary
- Chelcie Ross - Constable
- Pat Billingsley - Dr. Winchester
- Jane MacIver - Grocery Lady
- William Munchow - Schlosser
Screenplay
- O. Henry (Short Story)
- Caryl Ledner (Teleplay)
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
leaf
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Last Leaf about?
- An Easter Parable: As lingering pneumonia takes her will to live, a young girl decides that she will die when the last leaf drops from a dying vine outside her window. Her neighbor, an elderly artist frustrated by his inability to paint what is in his heart, follows the example of the Savior and makes the ultimate sacrifice to save her life. In doing so, he creates the masterpiece he has been struggling to paint.
- Who directed The Last Leaf?
- The Last Leaf was directed by David Anspaugh.
- Who stars in The Last Leaf?
- The Last Leaf stars Jane Kaczmarek, Sydney Penny, Art Carney, Hermione Baddeley, Chelcie Ross, Pat Billingsley.
- How long is The Last Leaf?
- The Last Leaf has a runtime of 24m (24 minutes).
- What genre is The Last Leaf?
- The Last Leaf is a Drama film.