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The Patricia Neal Story (1981)

Not Rated | | Biography, Drama | TV Movie 8 December 1981
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A look at the profound challenges faced by actress Patricia Neal and her husband, writer Roald Dahl, after Neal suffered a severe stroke.

Directors:

Anthony Harvey, Anthony Page

Writers:

Robert Anderson (teleplay), Barry Farrell (book)

Stars:

Glenda Jackson, Dirk Bogarde, Ken Kercheval | See full cast & crew »
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Nominated for 2 Golden Globes. Another 3 nominations. See more awards »
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Cast overview, first billed only:
Glenda Jackson ... Patricia Neal
Dirk Bogarde ... Roald Dahl
Ken Kercheval ... Dr. Charles Canton
Jane Merrow ... Val Eaton
John Reilly ... Barry Farrell
Mildred Dunnock ... Self
Sydney Penny ... Tessa Dahl
Robby Kiger Robby Kiger ... Theo Dahl (as Robbie Kiger)
Priscilla Morrill ... Sarah
James Hayden James Hayden ... Martin Sheen
Angela Cheyne Angela Cheyne ... Angela
Edward Michael Bell Edward Michael Bell ... Dick Shepherd (as Edward Bell)
Constance Chapman ... Mrs. Bateman
Jessica Rains Jessica Rains ... Nurse Jean
Christopher Murray ... Rod
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A look at the profound challenges faced by actress Patricia Neal and her husband, writer Roald Dahl, after Neal suffered a severe stroke. Written by Volker Boehm and Determined Copy Editor

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Based on a True Story! See more »

Genres:

Biography | Drama

Certificate:

Not Rated

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Sir Dirk Bogarde was a last minute casting choice, replacing an actor who dropped out. See more »

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OUTSTANDING EXAMPLE OF THE FIGHT NEEDED TO RECOVER FROM STROKE
25 November 2000 | by skybird101 – See all my reviews

For the most part the techniques used to recover was good. Better methods are available now but the "fight" is still needed. And to reinvent your own therapy is still too much needed. I encourage all strokees to view this movie!. Love, Light, and Rainbows Ma
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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

8 December 1981 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

An Act of Love: The Patricia Neal Story See more »

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Production Co:

Lawrence Schiller Productions See more »
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Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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