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Release Date:
December 1955 (USA) moreTagline:
How much does Heaven Allow a Woman in Love?Plot:
An upper-class widow falls in love with a much younger, down-to-earth nurseryman, much to the disapproval of her children and criticism of her country club peers. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
1 win moreUser Comments:
Wyman and Hudson re-team for this classy melodrama moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Jane Wyman | ... | Cary Scott | |
| Rock Hudson | ... | Ron Kirby | |
| Agnes Moorehead | ... | Sara Warren | |
| Conrad Nagel | ... | Harvey | |
| Virginia Grey | ... | Alida Anderson | |
| Gloria Talbott | ... | Kay Scott | |
| William Reynolds | ... | Ned Scott | |
| Charles Drake | ... | Mick Anderson | |
| Hayden Rorke | ... | Dr. Dan Hennessy | |
| Jacqueline deWit | ... | Mona Plash (as Jacqueline de Wit) | |
| Leigh Snowden | ... | Jo-Ann | |
| Donald Curtis | ... | Howard Hoffer | |
| Alex Gerry | ... | George Warren | |
| Nestor Paiva | ... | Manuel | |
| Forrest Lewis | ... | Mr. Weeks |
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89 minCountry:
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2.00 : 1 moreSound Mix:
Mono (Western Electric Recording)Filming Locations:
Backlot, Universal Studios - 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA moreFun Stuff
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Originally, Douglas Sirk wanted the film to end with Ron's downfall after he recognizes Cary, leaving it open if Ron would survive or not. Producer Ross Hunter found that ending way too "depressing" and "disturbing" for the audience and therefore decided to go with a conventional happy end - which is the one we know today. moreGoofs:
Crew or equipment visible: When the door to the butcher's shop is opened, the camera and some crew members are clearly visible in a reflection. moreQuotes:
[Howard passionately but forcefully kisses Cary, she pushes him away]Howard Hoffer: I'm sorry Cary. I don't know what got into me. I know you're not like that. I apologize for what I said.
Cary Scott: That's all right, Howard.
Howard Hoffer: But I don't apologize for wanting you.
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Joy to the World moreFAQ
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Due to the success of 1954's "Magnificent Obsession", Universal once again called on Jane Wyman, Rock Hudson, Agnes Moorehead, and director Douglas Sirk for this passionate, heart-gripping look at the hypocrisy of small-town America. Wyman, a rich widow in this well-to-do New England town, falls in love with her gardener (Hudson) and all hell breaks loose. Her community ridicules her and her grown children are horrified by her. She finds herself having to choose love or the respect of those around her.
The cinematography is beyond extraordinary, the score by Frank Skinner is unbelievably moving, Wyman is exquisite, and Sirk gives some of the best direction of his career. A really classy melodrama and completely worthwhile.