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The Chalk Garden (1964)

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.

  • Drama
  • Mystery

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Deborah KerrDeborah KerrMiss Madrigal
  • Photo of Hayley MillsHayley MillsLaurel
  • Photo of John MillsJohn MillsMaitland
  • Photo of Edith EvansEdith EvansMrs. St. Maugham
  • Photo of Felix AylmerFelix AylmerJudge McWhirrey
  • Photo of Elizabeth SellarsElizabeth SellarsOlivia
  • Photo of Lally BowersLally BowersAnna
  • Photo of Toke TownleyToke TownleyShop Clerk
  • Photo of Tonie MacMillanTonie MacMillanMrs. Williams

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