About this movie
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.
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Quick facts
Year
1964
Runtime
1h 45m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.2/10
Votes
53
Genre
Drama, Mystery
Director
Language
EN
Cast
adolescence
judge
grandparent grandchild relationship
family relationships
problem child
governess
gardening
haunted by the past
dover
estranged mother
absent mother
dramatic
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Questions about The Chalk Garden
How long is The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden has a runtime of 1h 45m (1 hour and 45 minutes).
Who directed The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden was directed by Ronald Neame and released in 1964.
What genre is The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden is a Drama, Mystery film (1964).
Who stars in The Chalk Garden?
The cast of The Chalk Garden includes Deborah Kerr, Hayley Mills, John Mills, Edith Evans, Felix Aylmer.
What is the TMDB rating for The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 based on 53 votes.
