The Bell Jar (1979)

Product Details: The Bell Jar (1979)

Edition:

DVD .

MPAA Rating:

R

Release Date:

11/08/2005

UPC:

029502099787

Directed by:

Larry Peerce

Featuring:

Marilyn Hassett, Julie Harris, Anne Jackson. See all cast

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Synopsis: The Bell Jar (1979)

Synopis: A dark and powerful drama based on the autobiographical novel by poetess Sylvia Plath. The film depicts the painful mental breakdown of a dynamic, industrious woman in the fifties who works at an upscale fashion magazine. When Esther (Hassett) returns to her home in New England, her mental state continues to diminish. Somber news from every angle eventually pushes her over the edge.

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Features: The Bell Jar (1979)

Features: DVD Features:

Audio:
(unspecified) - English

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User Reviews: Bell Jar

1. Interesting -but terrible if you read the book!

   , April 26, 2001
   Reviewer: Alice - See all Alice's reviews

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   This was made in the 70s, so the special effects are questionable. It also skips some important scenes from the book, and switches a few things around that make the viewer see things from a different perspective. The actors are fairly good, but the director didn't do a great job in my opinion.
   
   The readings of the poems are very good and the last 15-20 minutes are extremely moving. It is probably not worth buying and is a questionable rental, but if you like Plath or poetry or insane asylums, it might be worth a watch.
   
   It's definitely more interesting than some of the current action flicks... ...

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