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.
Directed by: Paul Newman
Cast: Joanne Woodward, Roberta Wallach, Judith Lowry, Nell Newman, David Spielberg, Richard Venture, Carolyn Coates, Will Hare, Estelle Omens, Jess Osuna, Nell Potts, Paul Newman
Genres: Drama
Rating: 6.9/10