The Subject Was Roses (1968)

The Subject Was Roses (1968)

The Story of Three Strangers...A Mother...A Father...And a Son. 1968-10-13 United States of America 107 Min. PG-13
6.2 18 votes

Overview

When Timmy Cleary, comes home from soldiering, he's greeted by the open but strained arms of his two parents, John and Nettie. Once considered sickly and weak, he has now distinguished himself in the service and is ready to begin a new life. His parents, however, are still trapped in the bygone days of early and unresolved marital strife and begin emotionally deteriorating through several drama packed encounters. Now mature, the young Tim Cleary finally understands the family dynamics that has played all throughout his boyhood. By the simple act of bringing his mother roses on behalf of his father, Tim realizes he may have destroyed his family, but is helpless to obtain resolution which must come from both his parents.

Cast

Jack Albertson is John Cleary
John Cleary
Patricia Neal is Nettie Cleary
Nettie Cleary
Martin Sheen is Timmy Cleary
Timmy Cleary
Don Saxon is The Master of Ceremonies
The Master of Ceremonies
Elaine Williams is The Woman in Club
The Woman in Club
Grant Gordon is Man in Restaurant (uncredited)
Man in Restaurant (uncredited)