Truman Capote's "A Christmas Memory" (1966) 6/6

Narrated by Truman Capote himself, this Emmy award-winning television version of Capote's "A Christmas Memory is a faithful recreation of his wonderful short story (first published in Mademoiselle in 1956, later published in book form).

It appeared on ABC Stage 67 in December of 1966. Starring Geraldine Page as Sook and Donnie Melvin as Buddy. Adapted for television by Capote and Eleanor Perry. Directed by Frank Perry.

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• Christmas
• Memory
• Geraldine
• Page

[macarthur261]

Even though I enjoyed this greatly, the one with Patty Duke and Piper Laurie, I must admit, is so much better. I love Geraldine Page, she play's this parts so well, but the other one, was, I'm glad to say, was really so much better.

[erp65]

@macarthur261 -- We'll agree to disagree. ;)

[macarthur261]

@erp65 I watch your favorite over, and I do admit it is REALLY nice, maybe even much more believable (ok, it is) but I just love Patti Duke. The kite flying scene is like watching a home movie. I also concur G.P. is one of the greatest actresses of her time. "As for me, I could leave the world with today in my eyes", is this not the most beautiful line ever said in a movie? Ok, you have won me over, you sly fox! Sorry, I've always wanted to sat that)I loved her in.

[erp65]

@macarthur261 -- Hahaha. How utterly charming! Yes, yes, few of us can resist the power of Page. Happiest of new years to you. --Ep

[septip123]

I can't believe this is the same woman who plays the uptight, materialistic woman from Woody Allen's Interiors.

[erp65]

@septip123 -- Geraldine Page, one of the greatest actors of her generation (or any generation).

[Massman250]

Thank you so much for this!! God, I miss her!!

Just brilliant!!!

[Buckshot68]

Thank you for posting this. I have not seen this movie in a long time. It is truly oe of my favorite Christmas movies growing up in the rural south with my grandmother as my best friend.

[necktieguy1]

The greatest actress of her generation. Thanks for this post. I think of Ms. Page once a week at least and marvel at her talent to do what she did to our souls.

[TheECSGskier]

Easily the best movie and the best ending to anything I have ever had the privilege of watching. Its so poetically beautiful its crazy.

[TheTtown1]

Queenie, we will always and forever love you!

[Catwink41]

@macarthur261 No, I disagree. Geraldine Page shines so brightly here and was the choice to play it by Mr. Capote. Cheers!

[macarthur261]

@evensteven08035 I agree with you so much...either way, as you say, these are all part of one's memories...I remember dragging our tree home with my two smaller brothers, munching those Christmas ribbon candies, that were red, green and yellow. And by the time you got home, your finger and thumb were stuck together...Those are some of my memories....What about you??

[evensteven08035]

@macarthur261 there is nothing like the original, with the narration by Truman Capote himself, and the true to HIS MEMORY telling of this touching story. The Patty Duke version has a lot of some one else's memories added to it. The original is a true classic, and part of my Christmas memories

[KellyGreen5555]

Beautiful.

[dukeuke1]

What one see`s here W/Geraldine Page is NOT acting,but peeping through a window oe keyhole of two REAL live`s...NO ACTING ! I was 16 yr,`s old when I 1st saw this on TV & was NEVER the same. I have it on VHS,Now I look for it on DVD ??

[bubblinbrownsuga66]

The ending of this film made me as misty eyed as all my readings of the book ever did. beautiful acting and cinematography. Now I have to dig out the book and read it yet again.

[necktieguy1]

The greatest English speaking actress of her generation--Geraldine Page. Thanks for this post. I have seen every movie she ever made. When I watch her I am stunned at her brilliant acting. What a great talent. She gave the world so much.