The Chalk Garden (1964)
A girl on the verge of womanhood... a woman on the edge of loneliness... both suspicious of affection, yet starved for love.
The peculiar antics of Laurel, an emotionally troubled young girl, are the focus of The Chalk Garden – a stately household drama set on the cliffs of the English south coast. Edith Evans plays a matriarchal grandmother who, in raising her granddaughter, has neglected her other love – a barren chalk garden. Mayhem ensues as Laurel's behavior frightens away a succession of governesses until an enigmatic one is hired in spite of her mysterious references. She skillfully sets about tending to the girl's reckless emotions and the pitifully failed garden.
Cast
- Deborah Kerr - Miss Madrigal
- Hayley Mills - Laurel
- John Mills - Maitland
- Edith Evans - Mrs. St. Maugham
- Felix Aylmer - Judge McWhirrey
- Elizabeth Sellars - Olivia
- Lally Bowers - Anna
- Toke Townley - Shop Clerk
- Tonie MacMillan - Mrs. Williams
Screenplay
Themes
Courtroom Drama, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery
Keywords
adolescence, judge, grandparent grandchild relationship, family relationships, problem child, governess, gardening, haunted by the past, dover, estranged mother, absent mother, dramatic
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Chalk Garden about?
- The peculiar antics of Laurel, an emotionally troubled young girl, are the focus of The Chalk Garden – a stately household drama set on the cliffs of the English south coast. Edith Evans plays a matriarchal grandmother who, in raising her granddaughter, has neglected her other love – a barren chalk garden. Mayhem ensues as Laurel's behavior frightens away a succession of governesses until an enigmatic one is hired in spite of her mysterious references. She skillfully sets about tending to the girl's reckless emotions and the pitifully failed garden.
- Who directed The Chalk Garden?
- The Chalk Garden was directed by Ronald Neame.
- Who stars in The Chalk Garden?
- The Chalk Garden stars Deborah Kerr, Hayley Mills, John Mills, Edith Evans, Felix Aylmer, Elizabeth Sellars.
- How long is The Chalk Garden?
- The Chalk Garden has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is The Chalk Garden?
- The Chalk Garden is a Drama, Mystery film.
- Where was The Chalk Garden produced?
- The Chalk Garden was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Chalk Garden?
- The themes of The Chalk Garden include: Courtroom Drama, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.