Unconventional comedy in which three writers reunite and share their problems, eccentricities and idiosyncrasies during a reunion. The youngest has just been released from prison after shooting her husband because he beat up her black lover. During their time together assorted family secrets are revealed. Based on play of the same name by Beth Henley, which won a Pulitzer Prize. Stars Diane Keaton, Jessica Lange and Sissy Spacek.
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ACMI Identifier
325008
Language
English
Audience classification
MA
Subject categories
Feature films → Feature films - United States
Literature → American literature - Film and video adaptations
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)