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The Secret Garden (1987)

"The timeless tale of a special place where magic, hope and love grow."

7.619871h 40mEN
TV MovieDramaFamily

Directed by Alan Grint

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

EN

Release

November 30, 1987

Director

Alan Grint

Official Trailer

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Overview

When a spoiled English girl living in 19th century India loses both parents in a cholera epidemic, she is sent back to England to live in a country mansion. The lord is a strange old man-- frail and deformed, immensely kind but so melancholy. She wishes to discover what has caused him so much sorrow...

Cast

Gennie James

Gennie James

Mary Lennox

Barret Oliver

Barret Oliver

Dickon Sowerby

Jadrien Steele

Jadrien Steele

Colin Craven

Michael Hordern

Michael Hordern

Ben Weatherstaff

Billie Whitelaw

Billie Whitelaw

Mrs. Medlock

Derek Jacobi

Derek Jacobi

Archibald Craven

Cassie Stuart

Cassie Stuart

Martha Sowerby

Pat Heywood

Pat Heywood

Mrs. Sowerby

Alison Doody

Alison Doody

Lilias

Edward Tudor-Pole

Edward Tudor-Pole

John the Footman

David Waller

David Waller

Dr. Craven

Margaret Whiting

Margaret Whiting

Nurse Boggs

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Secret Garden (1987), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When a spoiled English girl living in 19th century India loses both parents in a cholera epidemic, she is sent back to England to live in a country mansion. The lord is a strange old man-- frail and deformed, immensely kind but so melancholy. She wishes to discover what has caused him so much sorrow and to bring joy back to the household. It all must have something to do with the screams and wails which echo through the house at night and no one wants to talk about.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Secret Garden. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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