Light in the Piazza (Green)

Director: Guy Green
Stars: Olivia de Havilland, George Hamilton, Yvette Mimieux
Genre: Drama, Romance
Country: USA

Upper class Americans Noel and Meg Johnson have a twenty-six year old daughter named Clara Johnson. Clara suffered a head injury as a child which resulted in her being mentally disabled. Clara’s mental capacity is equivalent to that of a ten year old. In many social situations, Clara’s disability can be passed off as a simple joy of life. The issue of Clara’s care has placed a strain between Noel and Meg, the latter who clings to the hope that one day Clara can lead a “normal” life.

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