"Patch of Blue" Tribute-1965

This video is a tribute to a movie called "A Patch of Blue". The movie was released in 1965 & starred Elizabeth Hartman,Shelly WInters,Sidney Poitier & Wallace Ford. I really love the theme of the movie "Love is Blind" & the outstanding performances by Elizabeth Hartman who plays Selena & Shelly Winters who plays Rose-Ann her performance was so good as the abusive,bigoted mother that she won an Academy Award. She definately deseverd an OSCAR I just wish Elizabeth would have won one too. Her performance as Selena is spot on you end up forgetting that she's not really blind,she did an awesome job.
Description of movie found atwww.imdb.com/ti...
Accidentally blinded by her prostitute mother Rose-Ann at the age of five, Selena D'Arcy spends the next 13 years confined in the tiny Los Angeles apartment that they share with "Ole Pa", Selena's grandfather. One afternoon at the local park, Selena meets Gordon Ralfe, a thoughtful young office worker whose kind-hearted treatment of her results in her falling in love with him, unaware that he is black. They continue to meet in the park every afternoon and he teaches her how to get along in the city. But when the cruel, domineering Rose-Ann learns of their relationship, she forbids her to have anything more to do with him because he is black. Selena continues to meet Gordon despite Rose-Ann's fury, who is determined to end the relationship for good. Written by alfiehitchie
I hope you enjoy my video! God Bless! :)
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

[@kenmartin1345]

First saw this movie in 1972. I was moved beyond tears by the story and the performances and remains one of the finest movies I’ve ever seen. Revisiting it today with the passing of Mr. Poitier. Rest In Peace.

[@mauricewadley6456]

One of the most HART WARMING motion pictures of all time. I Love this movie.

[@susio72]

Such a wonderful movie, Sydney is an outstanding actor!

[@suzettebennett2564]

Sidney

[@bigal1024]

This movie was made in 1965 during the height of integration. Very brave. And super well done.... one of my favorite movies of all time

[@JudgeJulieLit]

The early 1960s were the start of a few interracial couples' push for legal and societal allowance of such romance and marriage. This movie was made two years before Janis Ian's 1967 hit song Society's Child, which lamented the still societal ban on interracial romances, as with her verse "when we're older, things may change, / But for now they must remain; / They say, I can't see you any more, Baby ****."

[@maryfitzpatrick2738]

Loved this movie but wished it ended with the two of them together forever🥰 great actors in it especially Sidney🥰

[@SuperDJJAck]

When I saw it I was so impressed by the acting and portrayal of Sidney, Mary and Shelly. Shelly went to my school so I was ecstatic. But the message and theme of the movie was shunned by many.

[@lindseycarribean5113]

How was she at school with you ?

[@parakeet8157]

Great tribute for an iconic, relevent movie.

[@uncleg1623]

Present day Hollywood NEEDS to stop stereotyping black men. The basic premise of this is, kindness, and compassion.

[@eduardoporben3965]

What a great movie 👍

[@lindseycarribean5113]

Hard not to cry.

[@paulbrewer2374]

I saw this film when it premiered in 1965. I was 14. My mother wanted me to see it because of its theme of caring and compassion - and its obvious advocacy for human rights and human dignity. Elizabeth Hartman was only 21 when she made this film, and yet she shone brilliantly alongside the great Sidney Poitier. My mother passed away at the age of 89 on December 29, 2018. I miss her dearly. And I whenever I think of this film, I think of her and I remember why she wanted me to see it - which I always have.

[@aprudentprepper]

This is a gem of a movie. It brings tears to my eyes. Thanks for posting.

[@laramieperez2195]

This movie is so beautiful in many ways, Sidney poiter was an outstanding actor and Shelly winters was great too, but who really captured my heart was the lovely and beautiful Elizabeth Hartman

[@feliciapillow5860]

A wonderful cast of great actors. They left us with these beautiful experiences. Love you Sidney Poitier.

[@williedaniel8885]

Masterpiece

[@wazup269]

oh my goodness, they make such a wonderful couple.

[@chris882211]

Love this movie!

[@devidarembert2822]

One of my favorites...now playing on TCM

[@alexmolina3682]

Just finished watching it .. Always tried to watch it but never did until today .. very touching .. sad and happy at the same time .. tearful .. wonderful!!

[@yolandamoore331]

I saw a patch of blue back in my early teens and I fell in love with this movie I look for it all the time but could never find it until today on youtube thanks for the memories its an unforgettable movie didn't care for the mother and her whorish ways.

[@ogredad55]

I love "Selina's" voice. It sounds so delicate and child-like! I cried a bucket recently when I discovered she killed herself. She wasn't near as tough as her character, Selina. Such cruel irony!

[@psychoboysaz]

One of my favorite movies of all time. There are no words to describe Shelley Winters mind blowing performance. The Oscar was well deserved. Thanks for posting.

[@meteachu01]

A tribute to this movie must include a discussion of the outstanding performance of Sidney Poitier. Without his outstanding work, the movie would not be as memorable. Mr. Poitier was nominated for a Golden Globe award for his work In a Patch Of Blue.

[@mmillerssn]

Beautiful tribute to a such a touching and thoughtful movie.

[@williedaniel8885]

Brilliant Film

[@starsiegeplayer]

I just saw the last few minutes of this movie on cable, it was on and I missed 99% of it. :( I saw it once when I was a teenager. What a beautiful film.

[@gilbertogilby7257]

Love the movie.

[@kameelear2584]

I love this brilliant movie!!

[@MariaBroccoli]

One of the best movies.ever made l love it so sad for elizabeth Hartmans death great performances all around bless you.mr sydney portia always will remember you Sir 💔💔💔💔

[@mickeymouse2able]

when i was 7 my mother put this movie on. Even at that age I hated the way she was treated and adored him. I had a crush on this man as a 7 year old gay boy! He was so fun, nice and handsome. He was so nice to her. I was stunned and couldn't stop thinking about this movie.

[@anibalcesarnishizk2205]

The eyes of the soul.

[@silentgate1990]

ずっと探していた映画、アップしてくださって、ありがとうございます。

[@lisagreene6374]

Beautiful video tribute. I'd forgotten all about this movie until I read about Elizabeth Hartman's unfortunate suicide. I will have to rent it to enjoy it again! Thank you!

[@marlenenunezgonzales7564]

Amo esta película.tenia 12años y ahora 60.y aún la recuerdo con emoción 💝. Me gustaría volver a verla en español.Marvo mu vida en cuanto a mi concepto del amor.."cuando solo el corazón ve"

[@malachiy13]

Thank you for the video

[@andrewilson7538]

SELINA: "Not ask, just marry! You don't have to ask!" ❤️😪🌹 That line destroys me every time.

[@himura53]

Thank you!

[@jennydebrier3190]

I’m glad that Gordon’s found a really wonderful blind boarding school 🏫 for her.

[@jennydebrier3190]

I’m glad that Gordon’s was nice to Selena especially when she’s helps him with the grocery shopping 🛍 and other various stuff especially when he’s talks about a blind school 🏫, especially how her parents especially her Mom treats her. Jennydebrier

[@BadZKarma99]

I am glad you like the movie & my video Charles. I think Elizabeth looks like me too in this movie. God Bless! Katie =^..^=

[@anibalcesarnishizk2205]

I watched this movie when i was 7 years old.My mother was shocked when the girl got her face acid burned.

[@JudgeJulieLit]

As before that burn the girl at age five had seen colors, at 18 indeed she knew the meaning of the word "colored."

[@BadZKarma99]

You're very welcome I am glad you liked it! God Bless! :) Katie =^..^=

[@joeysanguine3596]

This movie was a poignant learning experience ; if only Elizabeth didn’t turn down the job offer in “ Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner”, I’m sure Sidney Poitier would have led her in the right direction when she was myopic to the real causes of her chronic depression💖💜💔✝️

[@phillippalmer3124]

"Not ask...just marry...you don't have to ask".

[@angelawendler434]

Cuando era chica me enamore de esta película este actor tan lindo hacia linda pareja con la actriz , el nombre Celina para aquella época era hermoso

[@suzettebennett2564]

Selina

[@BadZKarma99]

Thanks Charles I hope you liked it! :) Katie =^..^=

[@isammolina4842]

Yo se q eres negro...te amo...💔💋🌹🌿🌿🌹

[@ChYuarles]

seen!

[@bigal1024]

I'm not Into old movies but sidney portier puts on an impressive performance... love this movie. So relevant today.

[@suzettebennett2564]

Poitier

[@jennydebrier3190]

Sometimes I really hated it especially when how Selena’s Mom and Pa’s treats her. I’m glad that Gordon’s get Selena away from her parents especially her Mom’s. Jennydebrier

[@valentinayakovlev6132]

Quiero verla completa

[@williedaniel8885]

Listen at my Baby Shelly Winters That Black Buck I love it

[@ChYuarles]

Yes, i like this kind of movie and don't like very elegant. And the girl appearance alike you.

[@melaniemills4505]

The scene where Gordon and Selena walk pass the two old women who glare at them stands out to me because one of the ladies is pushing a baby carriage...never really noticed this...I think the baby carriage represents what the women were thinking to themselves...as in how awful it would be for them to have a baby together because heaven forbid a mixed race child is born from this...😡

[@JudgeJulieLit]

And that the baby's mother would raise it to be racist.

[@randallamps]

I wish every man and woman would listen to their parents instead of rebelling and doing the exact opposite. Honor thy mother and father.

[@marisolcampos9266]

what!!

[@JudgeJulieLit]

No.one. with parents like the Elizabeth Hartman character's (whore mother, violent absentee father) in this film should ever listen to them. Instead, they should do the exact opposite. Honor only parents who protect and care for their children.

[@randallamps]

@@JudgeJulieLit Think she jumped out of an apartment window to her death in 1984. Have the "Walking Tall" (1973) movie with her in it. She is also in "The Beguiled" (1971). Guess you are checking out Sidney Poiter movies because of his death.

[@JudgeJulieLit]

​@@randallamps Yes, good guess. Her suicide nineteen years after this film is tragic; perhaps she could not consistently live up to her high standards, and/or past film successes. Thank you for that short list of her films, will view them. A year after A Patch of Blue, in the film The Group (adapted from a Mary McCarthy novel) she played one of a bevy of 1930s Vassar graduates.

[@suzettebennett2564]

Yes I am. He will be missed. My condolences to his wife Joanna and his lovely daughters all five of them. Also the rest of his family, friends, neighbors and last but not least his adoring fans worldwide.

[@brianjean6438]

I ship it

[@davidbyrnes6111]

I don't need to see you I know you and I know you're good that's the most beautiful thing in the world to feel and know that's true love this movie has broken through so many races barriers Sidney Poitier it's truly a legend never to be forgotten

[@yolandamoore331]

I saw a patch of blue back in my early teens and I fell in love with this movie I look for it all the time but could never find it until today on youtube thanks for the memories its an unforgettable movie didn't care for the mother and her whorish ways.