The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds
“Life's been a real bitch to Beatrice Hunsdorfer. And vice versa.”
Synopsis
Middle-aged widow Beatrice Hunsdorfer and her daughters Ruth and Matilda are struggling to survive in a society they barely understand. Beatrice dreams of opening an elegant tea room but does not have the wherewithal to achieve her lofty goal. Epileptic Ruth is a rebellious adolescent, while shy but highly intelligent and idealistic Matilda seeks solace in her pets and school projects, including one designed to show how small amounts of radium affect marigolds.
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The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds (1972) Original Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-05-13
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Joanne Woodward
Beatrice Hunsdorfer
Roberta Wallach
Ruth Hunsdorfer
Judith Lowry
Nanny
Nell Newman
Matilda Hunsdorfer
David Spielberg
Mr. Goodman
Richard Venture
Floyd
Carolyn Coates
Mrs. McKay
Will Hare
Junk Man
Estelle Omens
Caroline
Jess Osuna
Sonny
Ellen Dano
Janice Vickery
Lynne Rogers
Miss Hanley
Roger Serbagi
Charlie
John Lehne
Apartment Mgr.
Michael Kearney
Chris Burns
Dee Victor
Miss Wyant
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 20, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Newman
- Screenplay & Story
- Alvin Sargent
- Original Score
- Maurice Jarre
- Original Title
- The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Newman-Foreman Company, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Newman
Alvin Sargent, Paul Zindel
Maurice Jarre
Adam Holender
Evan A. Lottman
John Foreman, Paul Newman
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Newman
Producer
Gene Callahan
Production Design
Anna Hill Johnstone
Costume Design
Paul Newman
Director
Alvin Sargent
Screenplay
Evan A. Lottman
Editor
Adam Holender
Director of Photography
Maurice Jarre
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds about?
Middle-aged widow Beatrice Hunsdorfer and her daughters Ruth and Matilda are struggling to survive in a society they barely understand. Beatrice dreams of opening an elegant tea room but does not have the wherewithal to achieve her lofty goal. Epileptic Ruth is a rebellious adolescent, while shy but highly intelligent and idealistic Matilda seeks solace in her pets and school projects, including one designed to show how small amounts of radium affect marigolds.
Who directed The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds?
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds was directed by Paul Newman.
Who stars in The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds?
The principal cast of The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds includes Joanne Woodward, Roberta Wallach, Judith Lowry, Nell Newman, David Spielberg.
When was The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds released and how long is it?
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds was composed by Maurice Jarre.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds?
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).