The Subject Was Roses (film)
The Subject Was Roses is a 1968 American drama film directed by Ulu Grosbard. The screenplay by Frank D. Gilroy is based on his 1964 Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same title.
The film stars Patricia Neal, Martin Sheen and Jack Albertson. Albertson won an Academy Award for his performance.
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