The Chalk Garden
"A girl on the verge of womanhood... a woman on the edge of loneliness... both suspicious of affection, yet starved for love."
Originally released in 1964. The Chalk Garden is a drama/mystery film. directed by Ronald Neame.
Starring Deborah Kerr, Hayley Mills, and John Mills
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 2, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (52 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ross Hunter Productions
- Universal Pictures
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 ...
Who directed The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden was directed by Ronald Neame.
How long is The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Chalk Garden released?
The Chalk Garden was released on April 2, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Chalk Garden?
The main cast of The Chalk Garden includes Deborah Kerr, Hayley Mills, John Mills, Edith Evans, Felix Aylmer.