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Peyton Place (1957)
Director: Mark Robson
Cast: Lana Turner, Hope Lange, Lee Philips, Lloyd Nolan
Runtime157 min
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In the outwardly respectable New England community of Peyton Place, shopkeeper Constance McKenzie tries to make up for a past indiscretion -- which resulted in her illegitimate daughter Allison -- by adopting a chaste, prudish attitude towards all things sexual. In spite of herself, Constance can't help but be attracted to handsome new teacher Michael Rossi. Meanwhile, the restless Allison, who'd like to be as footloose and fancy-free as the town's "fast girl" Betty Anderson, falls sincerely in love with mixed-up mama's boy Norman Page.
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Peyton Place, the 1957 drama directed by Mark Robson, received critical acclaim upon its release. The film was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Screenplay. With an IMDb rating of 7.2 and a 91% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Peyton Place was well-received by audiences and is considered a classic of the romantic drama genre.
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Peyton Place, directed by Mark Robson in 1957, is a thought-provoking drama that delves into the complex social dynamics of a seemingly idyllic New England town. With standout performances from Lana Turner and Hope Lange, the film explores themes of morality, repression, and the contrast between public facades and private desires, making it a must-see for fans of character-driven stories.
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Peyton Place is a 1957 American drama film starring Lana Turner, Hope Lange, Lee Philips, Lloyd Nolan, Diane Varsi, Arthur Kennedy, Russ Tamblyn, and Terry Moore. Directed by Mark Robson, it follows the residents of a small fictional New England mill town in the years surrounding World War II, where scandal, homicide, suicide, incest, and moral hypocrisy belie its tranquil façade. It is based on Grace Metalious's bestselling 1956 novel of the same name.
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