The War Widow
Originally released in 1976. The War Widow is a drama film. directed by Paul Bogart. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pamela Bellwood, Frances Lee McCain, and Katharine Bard
Synopsis
Originally broadcast by KCET (PBS) on their dramatic showcase series, "Visions," this sweet, quiet film is set during World War I. It is the story of Amy, a proper, but lonely housewife whose husband is away at war. She finds solace in a friendship with a more worldly female photographer, only to have her entire world turned upside down when the friendship becomes genuine love and she is forced to choose. Groundbreaking for its powerful yet non-prurient portrayal of lesbian first love.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 28, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- KCET
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War Widow about?
Originally broadcast by KCET (PBS) on their dramatic showcase series, "Visions," this sweet, quiet film is set during World War I. It is the story of Amy, a proper, but lonely housewife whose husba...
Who directed The War Widow?
The War Widow was directed by Paul Bogart.
How long is The War Widow?
The War Widow has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The War Widow released?
The War Widow was released on October 28, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The War Widow?
The main cast of The War Widow includes Pamela Bellwood, Frances Lee McCain, Katharine Bard, Tim Matheson, Nan Martin.