The Jilting of Granny Weatherall

The Jilting of Granny Weatherall

1980 · 57 min · ★ 4.0 · Drama, TV Movie

Granny Weatherall (Geraldine Fitzgerald) is a spunky old lady of eighty who bosses around her doctor and her children. She seems so strong and in control, and yet she has never had the upper hand in her destiny. One morning, a flood of long-forgotten memories bring her to the realization that of all her accomplishments, she cannot console herself for the shame-filled day she was left standing at the alter. Still, her indomitable will to live and act independently infuses the last day of her life. Adapted from the short story by acclaimed writer Katherine Anne Porter ("Ship of Fools"), The Jilting of Granny Weatherall reminds us of the plight of many women who wait for life to claim them, rather than seek life out for themselves.

Directed by Randa Haines · Written by Corinne Jacker

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Richard Dow George
Geraldine Fitzgerald Granny Weatherall
Lois Smith Cornelia
Roy Cooper William
William Swetland Galton
Robert Gerringer James
Doris Belack Olive
Frederick Coffin Dr. Harry
Mia Dillon Hapsy
Gladys Clements Nurse
Ben Kapen John
Ralph Drischell Father Connelly

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