Diane
By Kent Jones
2018 | 96 min | Drama
A Massachusetts woman who tirelessly cares for her bedridden cousin and her drug-addicted son finds herself grappling with painful memories.
Estelle Parsons
ActorEstelle Parsons is an acclaimed American actress, director, and singer, born on November 20, 1927. She began her career in theater before transitioning to film and television. Parsons won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Blanche Barrow in the 1967 classic film "Bonnie and Clyde." She was also nominated for her performance in "Rachel, Rachel" (1968). In addition to her film career, Parsons has had a significant presence on Broadway, earning several Tony Award nominations for her work in plays like "The Seven Descents of Myrtle" and "And Miss Reardon Drinks a Little." Parsons is also widely recognized for her television work, particularly her role as Bev Harris on the sitcom "Roseanne." Throughout her career, Estelle Parsons has been celebrated for her versatility and depth as an actress.
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