A fragile Kansas girl's unrequited and forbidden love for a handsome young man from the town's most powerful family drives her to heartbreak and madness.

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Summer Romances
Position 7
Included in
Method Acting
Position 10
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June 2023
Position 69

Credits

Crew

DirectorElia Kazan

WriterWilliam Inge

CinematographerBoris Kaufman

ComposerDavid Amram

EditorGene Milford

ProducerElia Kazan

Cast

Natalie Woodas Wilma "Deanie" Loomis

Warren Beattyas Bud Stamper

Pat Hingleas Ace Stamper

Audrey Christieas Mrs. Loomis

Barbara Lodenas Ginny Stamper

Zohra Lampertas Angelina

Fred Stewartas Del Loomis

John McGovernas Doc Smiley

Jan Norrisas Juanita Howard

Martine Bartlettas Miss Metcalf

Gary Lockwoodas Allen 'Toots' Tuttle

Sandy Dennisas Kay

Joanna Roosas Mrs. Stamper

Crystal Fieldas Hazel

Marla Adamsas June

Lynn Loringas Carolyn

Phyllis Dilleras Texas Guinan

Sean Garrisonas Glenn

Martin Abrahamsas Student (uncredited)

Jim Antonioas Oil Field Worker at Party (uncredited)

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

Baby Doll1956

Both directed by Elia Kazan

Leaving Oct 31