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Wedding in White (1972)
Director: William Fruet
Cast: Carol Kane, Donald Pleasence, Doris Petrie, Leo Phillips
Runtime103 min
Rating15
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A young girl's brother comes home from the army, and brings an army buddy with him. The three of them go out that night to celebrate, and after much drinking has been done, the brother's friend rapes the sister. After the two men have gone back, the girl finds that she's pregnant--and discovers that her parents don't blame the soldier, but blame her.
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Wedding in White is a 1972 Canadian drama film directed by William Fruet that has received mixed critical reception. While some critics have praised the film's gritty, unflinching portrayal of sexual assault and its aftermath, others have found it to be a distressing and potentially exploitative work. The film has not received any major awards recognition, but its raw, emotive subject matter has resonated with some viewers, earning it a respectable 6.9/10 rating on IMDb.
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Directed by William Fruet in 1972, Wedding in White is a powerful drama that delves into the tragedy of a young woman's assault and the disturbing family dynamics that unfold in its aftermath. Carol Kane delivers a standout performance that captures the emotional turmoil of the protagonist, making this an impactful and thought-provoking viewing experience for fans of character-driven dramas.
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Wedding in White is a 1972 Canadian drama film written and directed by William Fruet, based on his earlier play of the same name. The play The Wedding in White was originally conceived as a script for television, but ultimately was given its debut at the Poor Alex Theatre in Toronto in 1970. The film version was released two years later. It stars Carol Kane, Donald Pleasence, Doris Petrie, Doug McGrath, and Paul Bradley.
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