A Patch of Blue (1965) Reviews

A Patch of Blue (1965)
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Shelley Winters won an Academy Award for her searing performance as Rose-Ann d'Arcy in A Patch of Blue. The star, however, is not Winters but Elizabeth Hartman, cast as d'Arcy's blind, sensitive daughter, Selina. A venomous prostitute, Rose-Ann treats both Selina and grandfather Ole Pa (Wallace Ford) like dirt. Fortunately, Selina finds a way out via the kindly Gordon Ralfe (Sidney Poitier), who befriends Hartman and tries to open up doors for her previously closed by her selfish mother. Despite the objections of the bigoted Rose-Ann and of Gordon's brother Mark (Ivan Dixon), a bond stronger than physical love is forged between Gordon and Selina. Brilliantly avoiding gooey sentiment throughout, A Patch of Blue was adapted for the screen by director Guy Green, from the novel Be Ready with Bells and Drums by Elizabeth Kata. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Sidney Poitier, Shelley Winters, (more)
Director(s):
Guy Green
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
NR
Format(s):
DVD
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Linda H.

This is one of my all time favorite movies.....it's so heartwarming, but yet sad, funny at times, but serious. It's a movie that is so ahead of it's time in racial issues, for the era it was made in. Sidney Poitier is one of the best actors around, and he plays this role perfectly!

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Linda S.

Really intriguing. Hang on though, if you are new to this genre of film, it really is worth it. The film quality might seem a bit dark at first and the storyline depressing. But it was one of those films I kindof wanted to stop watching but couldn't. I had to see what happened to the characters. The acting is very good especially by Poitier. What a wonderful actor. Such warmth to all his roles.

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Linda D.

I was 9 yrs old when this came out and I saw it in the theater then and thought it so beautiful I wept. I'm a 51 yr old (old) girl now and watched it again tonight - and wept. Everything about this film is just perfection including the memorable score.

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Eavy S.

I enjoyed a patch of blue love Sidney Poiter work

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Leslie V.

Very moving story filled with tenderness, innocence as well as the challenges of racial ignorance. Beautiful classic story.

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Lisa j. S.

love it

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Dianne F.

This is a very warm, touching story. Although it is humorous at times, the underline story is tear jerking. Sidney Poitier and Elizabeth Hartman performances are outstanding, and they had great chemistry. A movie for the whole family.

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Dorothy C.

the movie is great only thing wrong is that the last 30mins it does not work to many scratches.

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John C.

Excellent movie!! Very deliberate but you can't wait to see what is going to happen. Elizabeth Hartman was great!!

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RoseAnn H.

Exceptional film, great acting, very progressive for its time!

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    Linda H.

    This is one of my all time favorite movies.....it's so heartwarming, but yet sad, funny at times, but serious. It's a movie that is so ahead of it's time in racial issues, for the era it was made in. Sidney Poitier is one of the best actors around, and he plays this role perfectly!

    Yes   |   No

     
    Linda S.

    Really intriguing. Hang on though, if you are new to this genre of film, it really is worth it. The film quality might seem a bit dark at first and the storyline depressing. But it was one of those films I kindof wanted to stop watching but couldn't. I had to see what happened to the characters. The acting is very good especially by Poitier. What a wonderful actor. Such warmth to all his roles.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Linda D.

    I was 9 yrs old when this came out and I saw it in the theater then and thought it so beautiful I wept. I'm a 51 yr old (old) girl now and watched it again tonight - and wept. Everything about this film is just perfection including the memorable score.

    Yes   |   No

     
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