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The Subject Was Roses: Full Cast & Crew 1968 Drama
Timmy Cleary (Martin Sheen), who was once considered timid, returns from duty in World War II with newfound confidence. Soon, he realizes that his parents, John (Jack Albertson) and Nettie (Patricia Neal), have long been feigning happiness for the benefit of their son. John is a heavy drinker guilty of numerous infidelities, while Nettie has deeply resented her husband and coddled Timmy for years. When Timmy tries to resolve his parents' issues for them, emotional chaos ensues. G Released: Oct 13, 1968 See Movie Details

Cast & Crew

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Ulu Grosbard Director Patricia Neal Nettie Cleary Actor Jack Albertson John Cleary Actor Martin Sheen Timmy Cleary Actor Don Saxon The Master of Ceremonies Actor Elaine Williams The Woman in Club Actor Grant Gordon The Man in Club Actor Edgar Lansbury Producer