The Beales of Grey Gardens
“Utilizing hours of unseen archival footage, The Beales is a new take on the women of Grey Gardens”
Overview
Mother and daughter - Big Edie and Little Edie Beale - live with six cats in a crumbling house in East Hampton. Little Edie, in her 50s, who wears scarves and bright colors, sings, mugs for the camera, and talks to Al and David Maysles, the filmmakers. Big Edie, in her 70s, recites poetry, comments on her daughter's behavior, and sings "If I Loved You" in fine voice. She talks in short sentences; her daughter in volumes. The film is episodic: friends visit, there's a small fire in the house, Little Edie goes to the shore and swims. She talks about the Catholic Church. She's ashamed that local authorities raided the house because of all the cats. She values being different.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Beales of Grey Gardens?
The Beales of Grey Gardens was directed by Albert MayslesDavid Maysles.
What was the budget and revenue for The Beales of Grey Gardens?
The official budget was $400,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was The Beales of Grey Gardens produced?
It was produced by companies including Maysles Films in United States of America.
The Beales of Grey Gardens Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Beales of Grey Gardens wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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