I particularly remembered the poise of a very young Martin Sheen. "That Certain Summer" was more than just one of 1972's best productions made expressly for television. Pride
She blends them both in this excellent story that's sure to please." 25 out of 26 found this helpful. Was this review helpful? The entire cast, crew, and production team worked in fine ensemble fashion to create a memorable and significant achievement. Gay & Lesbian
"That Certain Summer" is one of the all-time great TV movies. Was this review helpful? One of the most memorable exchanges for me, takes place between Martin Sheen and his sister when she tells him how much she understands his lifestyle. The son learns accidently about his father and runs away but befriends a cablecar operator who helps him sort things out. (Thank goodness for VHS and DVDs!) All rights reserved. --New York Journal of Books Irene Hannon is the bestselling author of over forty books, … Binge Central That Certain Summer is way ahead of it's time for the year 1972.I did not see the movie when it originally aired in 1972. It seemed to be a TV movie way ahead of the pack with it's sensitive angle, from son's perspective. The only thread of the story that was credible was Hope Lange's distress at having her son (or adopted son?) I had first seen it as what now called a "questioning" young man in 1972 (the son's character was 14, I was 13 at the time) and remembered it being very important to me as the first sensitive, non- judgmental portrayal of gay men on television. Directed by Lamont Johnson Starring: Scott Jacoby, Hal Holbrook, Martin Sheen Genres: Drama, Gay, Staff Picks, Kids 73 minutes | Full Screen | Color | English . I think I still have a crush on Martin Sheen in his turtleneck sweater. 5 out of 7 found this helpful. A novelization of the film written by Burton Wohl was published by Bantam Books.
I'm sure someone will use it in a documentary some day. Jetzt eBook sicher bei Weltbild.de runterladen & bequem mit Ihrem Tablet oder eBook Reader lesen. Martin Sheen is excellent. It's about the courage to face one's darkest fears and the wonder of the human spirit.
During a visit, Jacoby meets his father's "best friend," Martin Sheen. Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! It made me very squidgy.
This deserves to be revived and widely offered on video.
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That Certain Summer must have been ground breaking for a 1972 audience.
This movie explored its subject with sensitivity and honesty. I remember watching it and at the same time hoping that my parents weren't paying attention or they would have changed the channel. Was this review helpful? THAT CERTAIN SUMMER (TV) (1972 USA) $16.99 Add to cart. I was following Scott Jacoby's career at the time and thought he did a great job! This was one. 10 out of 12 found this helpful. This 10-digit number is your confirmation number. There are certain TV Movies (almost always ABC Movies Of The Week) that people like me, who were young teens at the time, will always remember. It was one of those TV movies that just "disappeared" from site or discussion group comments. 3 out of 25 found this helpful. The principals and producers weren't really comfortable with the material and it showed.
His live in lover, Martin Sheen, moves out during the visit and moves in with his very liberal minded sister and brother-in-law.
Just confirm how you got your ticket.Fandango I'm 52 years old now when will ABC realize that they can step up to plate and show how progressive they were and can be again. While portraying homosexuals was a brave career move (back then) for both Hal and Martin, I thought Scott stole the show! The percentage of Approved Tomatometer Critics who have given this movie a positive reviewThe percentage of users who rated this 3.5 stars or higher.