description The Trip to Bountiful Overview
The Trip to Bountiful is a 1985 drama film adapted from a 1953 play by Horton Foote. Geraldine Page stars as Mrs. Watts, who undertakes a journey to spend time with her estranged son. The film received Academy Award nominations for Page’s performance and Foote's screenplay.
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info The Trip to Bountiful Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1985 |
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Why does Mrs. Watts want to return to Bountiful?
Mrs. Watts longs to revisit the rural Texas town where she grew up before age and family restrictions make the trip impossible. Her journey becomes an attempt to recover independence and reconcile herself to a place that has changed.
Did Geraldine Page win an Oscar for The Trip to Bountiful?
Yes. Page won Best Actress for the 1985 film after receiving seven previous acting nominations, while Horton Foote was nominated for adapting his own play.
Who wrote The Trip to Bountiful?
Texas playwright Horton Foote wrote it first as a 1953 television play and then adapted it for the stage. He also wrote the screenplay for Peter Masterson's 1985 film.
Who travels with Mrs. Watts on the bus?
She befriends Thelma, a young woman played by Rebecca De Mornay, during the trip. John Heard plays Mrs. Watts' son Ludie, and Carlin Glynn plays his controlling wife Jessie Mae.
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