The Bell Jar

Plot Summary

A young woman's summer in New York includes working for a Mademoiselle-like magazine, her return home to New England, and subsequent breakdown all amidst the horrors of the 1950s, from news of the Rosenbergs' execution to sleazy disc jockeys and predatory college boys.

Top Cast

Marilyn Hassett Esther Greenwood

Julie Harris Mrs. Greenwood

Anne Jackson Dr. Nolan

Barbara Barrie Jay Cee

Robert Klein Lenny