The Rose Garden
In Germany, an old man attacks another old man and is arrested. The attacker refuses to speak. A female lawyer is appointed to him. She discovers that the attacker has numbers tattooed on his arm and the attacked man was a German officer.
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Plot Summary
A devoted father goes to extreme lengths to save his terminally ill daughter. He kidnaps the doctor he believes is responsible for her condition and takes him to a secluded rose garden. There, he intends to force the doctor to confess and reveal the truth about his daughter's illness and treatment.
Critical Reception
The Rose Garden received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, largely criticized for its implausible premise and heavy-handed moralizing. While some acknowledged the performances, particularly Ed Harris, the film struggled to connect due to its dark and often uncomfortable subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
- Criticized for its heavy-handed moral message and bleak tone.
- Ed Harris's performance was noted as a strong point amidst a weak narrative.
- The film's central conflict was deemed unrealistic and poorly executed by many reviewers.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Rose Garden' is largely unavailable or difficult to ascertain through general public reviews. The film's niche appeal and critical shortcomings likely contributed to limited widespread discussion among viewers.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film's original title was 'The Last Straw' was changed to 'The Rose Garden' shortly before its release.
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