I Never Promised You a Rose Garden

"When she tried to kill herself, it was just the beginning."

Oct 29 1977 R 1h 36m
Drama, Fantasy

A disturbed and institutionalized 16-year-old girl struggles between fantasy and reality.

Plot

Based very loosely on the intricate novel by Joanne Greenberg. A young woman's devotion to a childhood fantasy kingdom has taken over her entire life and causes her endless pain and degradation. Placed in a mental hospital, she has the great good fortune to have a truly caring therapist who tries to help her accept reality, even though reality isn't so great either.

Written by

Joanne Greenberg, Gavin Lambert, Lewis John Carlino

Directed by

Anthony Page

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

New World Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
1,638
Average Rating
6.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA