The Subject Was Roses
The Story of Three Strangers...A Mother...A Father...And a Son.
1968 • 107 min • Drama
Synopsis
Timmy Cleary returns to his Bronx home at the end of World War II and is soon disillusioned to find his parents' marriage filled with discord, quarreling, and recriminations.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 61 Audience · 22 · 100%
Returning home from WWII, Timmy finds his parents' marriage strained by old wounds and bitterness. His presence exposes long-simmering resentments within the family. It's a somber exploration of familial relationships.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 3/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 0/10
Heads up
- Frequent arguments and tension
- Discussions of a strained marriage
- Alcohol consumption by adults
What it models well
- The importance of open communication
- Seeking understanding within family
- Resilience in the face of hardship
Talk about it after
- How family members can misunderstand each other
- The impact of past events on present relationships
- Why open and honest communication is important
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Top billed cast
Director: Ulu Grosbard • Crew: Frank D. Gilroy
Trailers & clips
Jack Albertson Wins Supporting Actor: 1969 Oscars
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