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www.timeout.com - : The inevitably beautiful victim suffers heavily sexual demons; the tragi-comic antics of her fellow inmates are exploited to the full; and the end is imbued with the peachy tints of a full-blown rose. But it's enjoyable and the performances are excellent, in particular Bibi Andersson's doctor and Kathleen Quinlan's staggering portrayal of Deborah. more...
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efilmcritic.com - : I Never Promised You a Rose Garden certainly isn't the most electric or exciting look at the inner workings of a mental health facility, but it's still a sincere and serious-minded movie that seems to possess an actual interest and insight regarding the horrors of extreme schizophrenia. more...
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3/5
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rogerebert.suntimes.com - : This is difficult material to bring to life, but a young actress named Kathleen Quinlan does it with heart and sensitivity. There were opportunities here for climbing the walls and chewing the scenery, I suppose, but her performance always finds the correct and convincing human note. more...
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3/4
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