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How Do I Love Thee?

Synopsis

Jan and Penny are college roommates who disagree about what is appropriate dating behavior. Penny feels that Jan is a prude for not getting into the swing of the changing attitudes of the "second half of the 20th Century." Responding to the topic of petting, Jan says, "Why you make it sound as harmless as an extracurricular activity." One day Keith introduces himself to Jan in the library by helping her find a poem for their English literature class, and then asking her out to discuss it later. They hit it off immediately, and start enjoying sporting events, dancing, and studying together. Soon Jan is wearing Keith's frat pin. However, Keith's roommate Stan tells him that "Love has gotta include sex" and Penny is telling Jan the same thing. When Keith tips in this other direction one evening, Jan is hurt and will not go down this new path. Happiness lies along only one of the paths, and either Jan or Penny will soon find that their actions have brought regretful sorrow.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1965

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Judge Whitaker
Screenplay & Story
Claire Whitaker, Scott Whitaker
Original Title
How Do I Love Thee?
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
30m
Production Studios
Brigham Young University

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Judge Whitaker

Screenplay & Story

Claire Whitaker, Scott Whitaker

Director of Photography

Robert W. Stum

Producers

Judge Whitaker

Department Leadership Roster

Claire Whitaker

Writer

Judge Whitaker

Judge Whitaker

Producer

Robert W. Stum

Director of Photography

Scott Whitaker

Writer

Judge Whitaker

Judge Whitaker

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for How Do I Love Thee?.

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Frequently Asked Questions About How Do I Love Thee?

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is How Do I Love Thee? about?

Jan and Penny are college roommates who disagree about what is appropriate dating behavior. Penny feels that Jan is a prude for not getting into the swing of the changing attitudes of the "second half of the 20th Century." Responding to the topic of petting, Jan says, "Why you make it sound as harmless as an extracurricular activity." One day Keith introduces himself to Jan in the library by helping her find a poem for their English literature class, and then asking her out to discuss it later. They hit it off immediately, and start enjoying sporting events, dancing, and studying together. Soon Jan is wearing Keith's frat pin. However, Keith's roommate Stan tells him that "Love has gotta include sex" and Penny is telling Jan the same thing. When Keith tips in this other direction one evening, Jan is hurt and will not go down this new path. Happiness lies along only one of the paths, and either Jan or Penny will soon find that their actions have brought regretful sorrow.

Who directed How Do I Love Thee??

How Do I Love Thee? was directed by Judge Whitaker.

Who stars in How Do I Love Thee??

The principal cast of How Do I Love Thee? includes Bonnie Brown, Paul Engeman, Sally Hale, Joe Lambie, Max M. Brown.

When was How Do I Love Thee? released and how long is it?

How Do I Love Thee? was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 30m.