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Wikipedia article'Widow' is a 1976 American TV film directed by J. Lee Thompson from a script by Barbara Turner. It was based on a memoir by publicist Lynne Caine. PremiseA woman is widowed when her husband dies of cancer, meaning she has to look after their two children. Cast*Michael Learned *Farley Granger *Bradford Dillman *Carol Rossen *Michelle Stacy *Amzie Strickland *Eric Olson *Louise Sorel *Kate Woodville *Carmen Mathews *Robert Lansing ProductionThe film was made by Lorimar who also made 'The Waltons'. Star of that show, Michael Learned, was the star of 'Widow'. Learned called it "the best script I've seen for TV or movies since I came to Hollywood." It was shot at Burbank Studios in May 1975.Going Back to the Mountain Smith, Cecil. Los Angeles Times 1 May 1975: f16. ReceptionThe 'Los Angeles Times' called it "resourcefully made" with "an admirably tough minded and comprehensive script."TV MOVIE REVIEW: 'Widow' a Compelling Portrait Thomas, Kevin. Los Angeles Times 22 Jan 1976: e14. References | |
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