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The Pumpkin Eater (1964)
Director: Jack Clayton
Cast: Anne Bancroft, Peter Finch, James Mason, Janine Gray
Runtime110 min
Rating12
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Jo, the mother of seven children, divorces her second husband in order to marry Jake, a successful but promiscuous screenwriter. Though they are physically and emotionally compatible, they are slowly torn apart.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Pumpkin Eater (1964) directed by Jack Clayton received critical acclaim for its nuanced exploration of a troubled marriage. While it didn't receive major awards recognition, it has maintained a strong reputation among film critics and arthouse audiences, with an IMDb rating of 7.6 indicating a positive public reception.
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Fans of thoughtful, character-driven dramas will appreciate the nuanced performances and exploration of complex emotional themes in this 1964 film directed by Jack Clayton, featuring standout turns from Anne Bancroft and Peter Finch.
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The Pumpkin Eater is a 1964 British drama film directed by Jack Clayton and starring Anne Bancroft and Peter Finch. The film was adapted by Harold Pinter from the 1962 novel of the same title by Penelope Mortimer. The title is a reference to the nursery rhyme "Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater".
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