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The Diane Linkletter Story
“The girl . . . the tragedy . . . the gap”
5.0 / 10• 1970• 10m•NR• English
Comedy
Storyline
This improvised film is based on the true-life suicide of TV personality Art Linkletter's daughter, Diane. Mr. and Mrs. Linkletter fret about their daughter's recent behaviour, which includes taking drugs and dating a lowlife named Jim. Eventually, the parents confront Diane… with tragic consequences.
Cast & Crew
David Lochary
Art Linkletter
Lead
Mary Vivian Pearce
Lois Foerster Linkletter
Divine
Diane Linkletter
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. John Waters's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Diane Linkletter Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
