Movie screening “All That Heaven Allows” (1955)
“All That Heaven Allows” is a 1955 romantic drama that tells the story of Cary Scott, a wealthy widow in her late 40s, who finds herself falling in love with Ron Kirby, a much younger landscape architect.
Cary is a respected member of her community, but she is also trapped in a life of conformity and tradition, restricted by the expectations of society and her own fear of breaking the norms.
Her relationship with Ron is met with disapproval from her children, her friends, and her community. She faces pressure to confront her feelings and to conform to the expectations of her world. “All That Heaven Allows” is a moving and thought-provoking film that explores themes of love, loss, ageism, and the importance of following your heart despite the pressures of society.
The film captures the social constraints and moral dilemma of a woman in mid-century America, who is forced to choose between following the path of tradition or embracing her own desire for love and happiness. The film is a poignant exploration of the human heart and its capacity for love and loss.
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm EST
Free!
