The Gathering

December. 04,1977      G
Rating:
7.8
Trailer Synopsis Cast

When Adam Thornton learns that he only has a little time left, he decides that he wants to make peace with his family. Only problem is that most of his family are not exactly fond of him because he walked out on his wife and of his stubborn nature and he hasn't spoken to his youngest son after having an argument with him which he was in the wrong but only realize after his son left and has not been heard from since. But he goes to her to help him find him. But when his doctor says that it won't be good for him to travel, she suggests that they invite them all for Christmas. While most of them come, Adam's attempt at reconciliation won't be easy.

Ed Asner as  Adam
Maureen Stapleton as  Kate
Rebecca Balding as  Julie
Bruce Davison as  George
Veronica Hamel as  Helen
James Karen as  Bob Block
Lawrence Pressman as  Tom
John Randolph as  Dr. Hodges
Gail Strickland as  Peggy
Edward Winter as  Roger

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Reviews

Marketic
1977/12/04

It's no definitive masterpiece but it's damn close.

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Acensbart
1977/12/05

Excellent but underrated film

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Zandra
1977/12/06

The movie turns out to be a little better than the average. Starting from a romantic formula often seen in the cinema, it ends in the most predictable (and somewhat bland) way.

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Jakoba
1977/12/07

True to its essence, the characters remain on the same line and manage to entertain the viewer, each highlighting their own distinctive qualities or touches.

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