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In 1934, an English widow moves to Widows' Peak, Ireland. She befriends other widows and the son of one. Hostility escalates between her and an Irish spinster.In 1934, an English widow moves to Widows' Peak, Ireland. She befriends other widows and the son of one. Hostility escalates between her and an Irish spinster.In 1934, an English widow moves to Widows' Peak, Ireland. She befriends other widows and the son of one. Hostility escalates between her and an Irish spinster.
- Awards
- 2 wins & 1 nomination
Storyline
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- TriviaIrish Screenwriter Hugh Leonard originally wrote the part of Miss Katherine O'Hare especially for Maureen O'Sullivan, but she gracefully reneged because of her advanced age and dwindling stamina. Her daughter Mia Farrow ultimately took over the role.
- GoofsJust after Edwina and Godfrey have sat down on the blanket for a picnic, you can see the top of a modern car driving by in the background.
- Quotes
Miss Katherine O'Hare: Even when the English are murdering you, they're always thorough gentlemen.
- Crazy creditsOne line in the end credits reads: "This film is dedicated to the memory of Sophie Irvin".
- SoundtracksI'll Be Your Sweetheart
Written by Harry Dacre
Published by B. Feldman & Co. Ltd./EMI Music Publishing Ltd.
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More than a chick flick
Yes, this movie has the elements of a chick flick: it's about relationships, most of the main characters are women, it's set in the 1920s and has lovely costuming and beautiful English countryside settings, and there is a love story-- but it's also more than that. It's a complex story about a single woman (Mia Farrow) in an English village, and how she interacts with her widowed and single neighbors. It combines comedy and drama in a good mix. There is action, and good pacing, with a surprise twist at the end. There are excellent actors in this film and great chemistry between them. You care about the characters; even the annoying ones. One can tell that the actors enjoyed making this movie. I would recommend this film to just about anyone. If you are of the persuasion that normally avoids chick flicks or period pieces, give this one a try. You might be surprised at what you've been missing.
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- Jan 2, 2006
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- Release date
- Countries of origin
- Languages
- Also known as
- Fröken O'Hares hemlighet
- Filming locations
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $6,243,722
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $133,084
- May 15, 1994
- Gross worldwide
- $6,243,722
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