Question 1

What age is The Subject Was Roses appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Subject Was Roses (1968) best from about age 13. 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.

Question 2

What is The Subject Was Roses rated?

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The Subject Was Roses (1968) is rated G. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in The Subject Was Roses?

Accepted Answer

Frequent arguments and tension; Discussions of a strained marriage; Alcohol consumption by adults. Violence is none to speak of, language is mild, scary moments are none to speak of, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is mild.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The Subject Was Roses?

Accepted Answer

The importance of open communication; Seeking understanding within family; Resilience in the face of hardship.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Subject Was Roses?

Accepted Answer

How family members can misunderstand each other; The impact of past events on present relationships; Why open and honest communication is important.

Question 6

Where can I watch The Subject Was Roses?

Accepted Answer

The Subject Was Roses (1968) is available on TCM. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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