How to Make an American Quilt
"There's beauty in the patterns of life."
Originally released in 1995. How to Make an American Quilt is a drama/romance film. directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse.
Starring Winona Ryder, Anne Bancroft, and Ellen Burstyn
Synopsis
Soon-to-be-wed graduate student Finn Dodd develops cold feet when she suspects her fiancé is cheating on her. In order to clear her head, Finn visits her grandmother, Hy, and great aunt, Glady Joe Cleary, in Grasse, Calif. There, Finn learns that Hy and Glady Joe are members of a group of passionate quilters, and over the course of her visit she is regaled with tales of love and life by women who have collected rich experiences and much wisdom.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 6, 1995
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (190 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$41.2M
4.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $41,200,020
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Amblin Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is How to Make an American Quilt about?
Soon-to-be-wed graduate student Finn Dodd develops cold feet when she suspects her fiancé is cheating on her. In order to clear her head, Finn visits her grandmother, Hy, and great aunt, Glady Joe...
Who directed How to Make an American Quilt?
How to Make an American Quilt was directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse.
How long is How to Make an American Quilt?
How to Make an American Quilt has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was How to Make an American Quilt released?
How to Make an American Quilt was released on October 6, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in How to Make an American Quilt?
The main cast of How to Make an American Quilt includes Winona Ryder, Anne Bancroft, Ellen Burstyn, Kate Nelligan, Jean Simmons.
Is How to Make an American Quilt worth watching?
How to Make an American Quilt has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 190 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.