Melinda's World
Synopsis
Melinda's world is very small. Her dour parents, members of a religious sect, forbid the celebration of birthdays or holidays. Melinda finds solace in small things: a spun silver spider web, her box of treasures, and a stolen afternoon at Silver Lake on her "day of days." As the movie and the year progresses, Melinda experiences ageless comforts and pains. A disgraced famous writer and a waylaid college professor, two exiles in the small Mid-Western town, haunt the edges of her sheltered life. An earthy, warmhearted waitress introduces her to the blues and a fizzy drink called Cola-Cola. She receives her first explorative attention from a boy. Escalating tragedy shatters Melinda's innocence. Devastated, she flees into the night where, by drawing on her tenacious spirit, she ultimately triumphs.
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July 5, 2005
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Baumgarten
- Screenplay & Story
- David Baumgarten, Marianne Kennedy
- Original Title
- Melinda's World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Dawntreader Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Baumgarten
David Baumgarten, Marianne Kennedy
David Baumgarten, Marianne Kennedy
Department Leadership Roster
David Baumgarten
Producer
David Baumgarten
Writer
David Baumgarten
Director
Marianne Kennedy
Producer
Marianne Kennedy
Writer
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What is Melinda's World about?
Melinda's world is very small. Her dour parents, members of a religious sect, forbid the celebration of birthdays or holidays. Melinda finds solace in small things: a spun silver spider web, her box of treasures, and a stolen afternoon at Silver Lake on her "day of days." As the movie and the year progresses, Melinda experiences ageless comforts and pains. A disgraced famous writer and a waylaid college professor, two exiles in the small Mid-Western town, haunt the edges of her sheltered life. An earthy, warmhearted waitress introduces her to the blues and a fizzy drink called Cola-Cola. She receives her first explorative attention from a boy. Escalating tragedy shatters Melinda's innocence. Devastated, she flees into the night where, by drawing on her tenacious spirit, she ultimately triumphs.
Who directed Melinda's World?
Melinda's World was directed by David Baumgarten.
Who stars in Melinda's World?
The principal cast of Melinda's World includes Jenifer Rose Olivares, Thomas Michael Kappler, Jennifer McCluskey, Christina Raines.
When was Melinda's World released and how long is it?
Melinda's World was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.