I was amazed at how brutal it was and at the same time, so comically hilarious with food and utensils flying across the room. Things were bouncing like a 3 Stooges skit.
Imagine how exhausting it was for the real Ann Sullivan and Helen Keller to go through this daily until Helen's spirit was touched . What labor of love ,Anne was an amazing woman .
Can you imagine doing this scene every single day for the Broadway play? I am sure it was just exhausting! Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke both deserved the Academy Award for this amazing movie.
@@collgoff And Mackenzie Astin her other son was on The Facts of Life, the movie Iron Will, In Love and War. Still acts periodically, mostly guest starring TV roles. He was not as big a name as Sean but he is a very good actor, too.
It was like that scene in "The Birds" where Tippi Hedren was attacked by birds in the bedroom. For a solid week, 10 hours a day, Tippi had birds thrown at her to get the scene completed. She apparently had a nervous breakdown from the ordeal.
Some of the most brilliant acting in existence. Nothing verbal, can't hear no communication. Acting without a word being spoken. I'm exhausted just watching it. I can't imagine what these went through.
I love how pretentious that sounded... Why would people will CGI a scene like this? There's plenty drama movies nowadays, if you only see mainstream movies that's your problem...
The film industry and the whole culture industry is coming more and more homogenous. The capital and power they possess is making their hegemony more absolute every day. What we see is only simulation, but as social interaction is becoming increasingly instrumental and only an extension of purely rational exchange, the simulation is the only "reality" we can get grip on.
I have loved this movie since I was young. I'm 61. Extraordinary acting. I love the fact that Patti, later played Annie Sullivan. Thanks for sharing. God Bless!🐢
she really was spoiled, no one ever disciplined her because they pitied her and let her do as she wanted.She was like a wild child. Anne Sullivan basically had to start from zero. She herself had grown up in horrific circumstances and was nearly blind.
The girl was severely disabled, if you think it's moral to impose a strict social order on someone like this, that's just disgusting. For what? Table manners, disgusting
@@unitymomentum Are you implying that Annie Sullivan was in the wrong? Would you have preferred for Helen to have stayed in the dark, ignorant, and silent? She was able to accomplish so much more because of Sullivan's interference.
@@musicaltheatergeek79 I used to feel bad that shes hungry and Annie wouldn't let her eat but as an adult i watched it again and really soaked up the movie for what it is and i agree just because shes bling mute deaf doesnt mean she shouldn't be taught manners. It's difficult yes but an excuse? no
Very true! The real Annie Sullivan had to deal with Helen like this when she was only 7 yrs old (compared to Patty Duke, who was about 15 or 16 when they filmed this scene), although seeing it with a teenager in the role just shows you how much worse Annie would've had it if she hadn't started working with Helen until she was a teen. Nonetheless I agree with everyone that this is a great scene and definitely shows why Bancroft & Duke won their Oscars that year as well.
She's not brilliant. She holds her head up for no reason so as to avoid seeing whats in front of her because she had to keep her eyes open. She is acting like kids do when we pretend to be blind. A true blind person looks ahead of them, with open eyes. I feel she couldn't act like that because it was too difficult for her, to neglect what she sees ahead of her. She was actually not that good.
@@elizabethchwakanowski5067 What envious nonsense. There are plenty of shots in this clip where Duke is looking ahead of her, not up. In fact, she holds her head in a variety of positions throughout. But your desperate envy of her talent has, ironically, blinded you to anything that doesn't fit your miserable, jealous, LYING narrative. Duke was a marvelous, risk-taking, truthful actress. You are just a jealous keyboard 'warrior' who can't stand that Duke was properly acclaimed for her abilities. What a fraud you are.
@@joan5582 im glad ill never meet you cause I don’t care about you. And jealousy about what?! This is a movie critic , some viewers like movies and some do not. Get over it.
What incredible performances by both actresses. I can’t imagine that was easy for either of them mentally or physically, but they made it look so natural. The trust they put in each other to create this performance is incredible. They both steal the scene while letting the other work her magic. Absolutely brilliant and gut wrenching.
When I met Patty Duke I got to tell her she was phenominal in this... it changed my life. Patty..ever gracious and listening intently thanked me seriously. She had Helen Kellers niece with her, she was in the Rose Bowl Parade. It was such a wonderful moment for me and believe it or not for her as well. ❤❤❤ She will always be in my heart.
Damn. This version is intense, I’ve only seen the 2000 version and it was weak compared to this. I can actually feel the frustration from Anne trying to discipline Hellen. I’m exhausted after watching this clip
Nilo Rac in my book, CGI is fine and dandy for things that really, truly could benefit from CGI. This doesn’t. This is just excellent acting. No script. No dialogue. It’s Jacob wrestling the angel. Just masterful.
I saw the movie many years ago, its funny but thus scene never stuck in my memory. The scene that did is when the child finally puts a object to the word her teacher is spelling in her hand. I cried over that one scene. The movie is about two incrediable, brave, before their time, mighty hearts women. Its also about the human spirit. One of the best movies of all time. I wish I couldve seen it on Broadway.
Brilliant movie! Brilliant scene! I can just imagine cast and crew applauding after shooting this. Bravo Ms. Bancroft and Ms. Duke for their respective performances/interpretations of this scene!! 👏🏽 👏🏽
I can’t think of a single movie where the acting was this real. This intense. This tiring. This determined. This incredible. One of the absolutely single best moments in cinema. Period.
it's even funnier that they dubbed over it with more choking sick noises to make it more dramatic... even if it is not in synch with the lips, it kind of works because it's a way of showing just how off guard it caught Helen!
This is the best parenting education video, period. She is not asking her to do anything that she isn't capable of doing, she just doesn't want to do it. Much like many lessons with toddlers and young children. Ask yourself, who's running the show?
I completely agree. These days most kids rule the household, not the parents. Kids should respect their elders, even if they don’t want to. That’s just life. You have to do things you don’t want to.
Rex K. Oops! I guess I meant Child Abuse Protection Agency? Well, seriously, be careful in your "grabbing and smacking". This is considered abuse, my man.
Holy sh** what an intense and dramatic scene ! Genius performances on both their parts, and to think that they originated this on Broadway and did this scene almost every night !
My wife is an O&M, works with blind and deaf/blind of all ages in 3+ states. It sometimes can be exhausting and she needs down time. But she always says it is so worth it. She is my hero. The crap she endures sometimes can be incredibly cruel from both the sighted uneducated (the public and the educational system) and even her vision impaired clients. But in the end, she goes right back at it for over 20 years. She has trained hundreds of children and adults to become independent or less dependent with so many having life changing careers or lives with real skills. These professionals are true angels. Consider a career in these fields as there are very few and much needed. You will literally have a career for life--be that good or bad, the shortage is real. But the humanistic reward is great. 🙏
Patty Duke was 14 when this was filmed. Just as good of a performance as any of the 20 or 30 something year old actresses of that time! What an amazing actress ❤
She was 15 actually. She almost didn't get the film part despite having played it on Broadway, because of her age (Helen is supposed to be 7). Fortunately for her, she was always very petite so it works well enough.
Not one word, nearly 10 minutes of not speaking, but there’s so much being said between the two. This scene still astonishes me. You can tell how much they had to practice and choreograph everything, with numerous cameras shooting all at the same time. And both Ann & Patty undoubtedly got hurt at some point filming this, plus they _really_ smacked each other in the face!
Can you imagine how freaking terrifying this must be having somebody jerk you around when you can’t see or hear anything? I’m not criticizing what Annie did I’m just trying to picture how terrifying it would be not having any idea what’s going on. Although she did catch on when she started throwing those spoons
They both wore padding. While I’m sure this room was used to accommodate cameras/crew, I’ve seen, via youtube, the real room where this scene takes place. It’s 1/2 the size!
No other Movie about Helen Keller compares to this one with Patty Duke and Anne Bankroft. No other remake holds A candle to these two performances and portrayals of these wonder women.
I read the book written years ago. Patty played this role better than anyone. Anne Bancroft was especially wonderful with her energy and beauty. Learning sign language is hard. It's greatly changed since those days. I learned it through my deaf sister. This story really touches me.
Both her & Anne Bancroft won Oscars for their roles in this. The last scene of the movie is one of the most touching moments in film, of all time! PS - Patty passed away today at the age of only 69 :( RIP
This scene alone shows just how dedicated and how very incredibly gifted an incredible actresses. These two were this movie and seen were absolutely phenomenal. Those two deserved the Oscars that year.
Brilliant performances by both, the late Anne Bancroft and the late Patty Duke. If I'm not mistaken, both won Oscars for their performances. Bancroft as lead actress and Duke as supporting actress.
Yeah in her autobiography Call Me Anna ( her real name ) she said she knew it was a bit of stunt casting for her to play Annie as an adult this time after having become famous as a child for playing Helen on both Broadway and the film . She just loved the story too much and the idea of now approaching the story from Annie's point of view to resist when they offered her the Melissa Gilbert as Helen 1979 TV adaption to her.
Oh my goodness. Bette Davis was crazy to think her portrayal of Baby Jane Hudson would win her an Oscar. Though Bette was amazing in her own right, Anne Bancroft gave a topnotch performance in "The Miracle Worker."
They were absolutely amazing. Perfection. Imagine, the child cannot see or hear. She's been in a comfortable routine. Now you must teach her years of learning, undo her bad habits and all in one summer, and be kind
This one scene demonstrates how crucial it is to have knowledgeable, competent, and compassionate caregivers. Especially for those living with severe disabilities and who require specialized care and patience. Helen Keller is a living example of how the right care and the right person can drastically change a life. Annie Sullivan filled that role perfectly. Thank you, Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke, for your portrayal of two very special people
tis Movie is far better than the remake, Anne Bancroft was freak'n Hot and a damn fine actress, and Patty Duke didn't do to bad herself in the film she had the spoiled wild child look and acting going down perfect
I showed this movie to my high school English as a Second Language students. They loved it. Especially the scene where Helen makes the connection between sign language and communication.
Because it’s about the discovery of language. Helen didn’t understand what words were. Because of Annie Sullivan she went on to graduate college. Without Annie she would have wound up in an asylum.
I gotta be honest .. That was some of the best acting I've ever seen .. Not trying to sound cliché with the comment .. I took film class in high school (back in '02 .. Whew time went by fast lol) and we screened Cinema Paradiso/Empire Of The Sun/The Graduate/Once Upon A Time In America and so many other great films.. I'm 36 years old and still have A LOT more to see in regards to the older films .. But that sequence was just pure heart and emotion .. Really amazing stuff
Few movies make me tear up .... this one does it every time. I would suggest to anyone who insists Bette Davis was robbed (of the Oscar) this same year for Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?, check out these brilliant performances by AC and PD (who BOTH won).
Great story about one of the most impact full and accomplished people in world history in Helen Keller. Anne Bancroft is one of the 3 or 4 greatest American actresses ever. Quite a combination and of course, can't overlook Duke's great performance which all adds up to producing such an amazing film event. Can't even imagine doing these roles on stage DAILY which each of them did on Broadway.
If you work with individuals with challenging Behaviors you completely relate to this...there really needs to be more Support for Direct Support Workers. The amount of abuse they are subjected to on a day to day basis you would be amazed. And they Love the individuals they support despite it all. ❤🙏
Definitely much better than any recreations. The girl playing Helen did a great job, and Anne Bancroft definitely expressed well a sternness but kindness to the child. This scene was great though, quite comical in it's effect.
KidsWithGuns1992 The girl was Patty Duke, youngest at age 15 to get her Oscar, later she won Emmys for my sweet charlie, captain and the kings, and people choice for Me Natalie.
Patty also won an Emmy for playing Annie Sullivan in the television production of " The Miracle Worker ". However you are incorrect about Ms. Duke's People Choice Award. She won that award for her return to television series " It Takes Two ". The award she won for " Me Natalie " was the Golden Globe Award. In fact it was her second Golden Globe Award. 1 Oscar, 3 Emmys, and 2 Golden Globe Awards. A very distinguished career.
@@katherinebooth1708 erm, no. *at the time* patty, at 15, in 1963, was the youngest person to get an oscar. She was “superseded” by Anna Paquin in 1994, who won at 11 years old. They were both “superseded” by Tatum O’Neal, who won at 10 in 1974, and still holds the record for youngest winner.
My english class watched this in 1977, to say that we were all exhausted by the scene's end is putting it mildly. Anne Sullivan really was Helen's saviour.
This scene is so damn physically intense and well acted out it's mind blowing. They played that to the hilt. A forever classic.
I was amazed at how brutal it was and at the same time, so comically hilarious with food and utensils flying across the room. Things were bouncing like a 3 Stooges skit.
Do you know what I just love this movie before 60s after before New Year's Day @@Josef_R
Meravigliosa oda ann brancofort anche la bimba che impersona una handicap totale avr ad nno vinto l’oscar mi auguro si sì.💜❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Imagine how exhausting it was for the real Ann Sullivan and Helen Keller to go through this daily until Helen's spirit was touched .
What labor of love ,Anne was an amazing woman .
No can ever top Anne Bancroft & Patty Duke in these roles. And the camera work was astounding
meh. patty was too old for the role. makes it weird if you know the history.
This has got to be some of the best acting ever captured on film
Can you imagine doing this scene every single day for the Broadway play? I am sure it was just exhausting! Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke both deserved the Academy Award for this amazing movie.
RIP Patty Duke. Your performance in this film was magnificent and the Oscar was deserved for this performance.
Michael filmbuff
Did you know she had a son who voiced Raphael in the 2012 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles t.v. series?
@@collgoff I never knew that!
👍👍👍
RIP Anne Bancroft as well! They were simply phenomenal together in this film.
@@collgoff And Mackenzie Astin her other son was on The Facts of Life, the movie Iron Will, In Love and War. Still acts periodically, mostly guest starring TV roles. He was not as big a name as Sean but he is a very good actor, too.
I was exhausted just watching this incredible acting scene.
Seriously---this must have been physically exhausting for the actors. Especially if there were multiple takes.
It took 4 days apparently
The front part of this movie felt like the sequel that The Exorcist deserved but never got ...
What I mean is, the girl's acting is TERRIFYINGLY good !
They did this (idk if it was this exact choreography) 8 times a week on Broadway
It was like that scene in "The Birds" where Tippi Hedren was attacked by birds in the bedroom. For a solid week, 10 hours a day, Tippi had birds thrown at her to get the scene completed. She apparently had a nervous breakdown from the ordeal.
Some of the most brilliant acting in existence. Nothing verbal, can't hear no communication. Acting without a word being spoken. I'm exhausted just watching it. I can't imagine what these went through.
I read somewhere, it took three days to film this scene, and both Anne and Patty wore padding under their clothes to minimize injury.
@@Quaker-tc8ue 5
@@gaskellr44 whatever.
@@Quaker-tc8ue Just letting you and ppl know how long it actually took, no need to be a tw*t about it.
@@gaskellr44 does bullying me help you feel better about yourself?
Unforgettable scene. It is gut wrenching, physically and emotionally exhausting. What performances these two stars gave.
One of the greatest performances of all time if not the and I stand on that claim.
All the fancy CGI in the world can't equal the intensity and drama of this scene. Not even close.
Professor Time Amen
Further, thanks to CGI, 50% of movies today are brainless Marvel comic books! CGI has ruined cinema for good.
if they're played by 2 full grown common chimpanzees theirs gonna be trouble
I love how pretentious that sounded... Why would people will CGI a scene like this? There's plenty drama movies nowadays, if you only see mainstream movies that's your problem...
The film industry and the whole culture industry is coming more and more homogenous. The capital and power they possess is making their hegemony more absolute every day. What we see is only simulation, but as social interaction is becoming increasingly instrumental and only an extension of purely rational exchange, the simulation is the only "reality" we can get grip on.
One of the most amazing scenes in the entire history of movie making.
I totally agree.
Indeed...
Without a doubt !
Completely!
I pray Anne and Patty didn't have to execute this phenomenal scene in only one take. Imagine. Only one it took to make it possible.
I have loved this movie since I was young. I'm 61. Extraordinary acting. I love the fact that Patti, later played Annie Sullivan. Thanks for sharing. God Bless!🐢
One of the greatest scenes in FILM HISTORY. PERIOD.
Os prey here here!
she really was spoiled, no one ever disciplined her because they pitied her and let her do as she wanted.She was like a wild child. Anne Sullivan basically had to start from zero. She herself had grown up in horrific circumstances and was nearly blind.
The girl was severely disabled, if you think it's moral to impose a strict social order on someone like this, that's just disgusting. For what? Table manners, disgusting
@@unitymomentum Did you watch the movie? Watch the movie and get back to us.
@@unitymomentum Are you implying that Annie Sullivan was in the wrong? Would you have preferred for Helen to have stayed in the dark, ignorant, and silent? She was able to accomplish so much more because of Sullivan's interference.
@@musicaltheatergeek79 I used to feel bad that shes hungry and Annie wouldn't let her eat but as an adult i watched it again and really soaked up the movie for what it is and i agree just because shes bling mute deaf doesnt mean she shouldn't be taught manners. It's difficult yes but an excuse? no
I bet Helen wanted to be discipled and mannered, but couldn't because no one taught her or wanted to. poor kid.
Annie Sullivan really earned her salary here.
+the searching wind So did the actresses playing this part :P
+La Esmeralda Absolutely! They deserved that Oscar and Tony.
+the searching wind Especially when you consider that she went through MANY days like this!
+the searching wind So did Patty.
Very true! The real Annie Sullivan had to deal with Helen like this when she was only 7 yrs old (compared to Patty Duke, who was about 15 or 16 when they filmed this scene), although seeing it with a teenager in the role just shows you how much worse Annie would've had it if she hadn't started working with Helen until she was a teen.
Nonetheless I agree with everyone that this is a great scene and definitely shows why Bancroft & Duke won their Oscars that year as well.
Both actresses were exceptional in this movie. But considering Patti Duke’s age, she was absolutely brilliant.
She's not brilliant. She holds her head up for no reason so as to avoid seeing whats in front of her because she had to keep her eyes open. She is acting like kids do when we pretend to be blind. A true blind person looks ahead of them, with open eyes. I feel she couldn't act like that because it was too difficult for her, to neglect what she sees ahead of her. She was actually not that good.
@@elizabethchwakanowski5067 Patty said in her book she saw this movie with her son Sean, after it was over he said "when did you get your sight back?"
@@elizabethchwakanowski5067 so
@@elizabethchwakanowski5067 What envious nonsense. There are plenty of shots in this clip where Duke is looking ahead of her, not up. In fact, she holds her head in a variety of positions throughout. But your desperate envy of her talent has, ironically, blinded you to anything that doesn't fit your miserable, jealous, LYING narrative. Duke was a marvelous, risk-taking, truthful actress. You are just a jealous keyboard 'warrior' who can't stand that Duke was properly acclaimed for her abilities. What a fraud you are.
@@joan5582 im glad ill never meet you cause I don’t care about you. And jealousy about what?! This is a movie critic , some viewers like movies and some do not. Get over it.
Wow, can you imagine the sheer and utter exhaustion after this workout?? Sheesh...
melrose795 I can imagine the rehearsal
What incredible performances by both actresses. I can’t imagine that was easy for either of them mentally or physically, but they made it look so natural. The trust they put in each other to create this performance is incredible. They both steal the scene while letting the other work her magic. Absolutely brilliant and gut wrenching.
Both are so fine actresses !! Very Good acting !
They both won the Oscar. :-)
Veronikah Kucsera they deserved it. very tough to watch
dmcdonald57 the evening of the Oscars, Joan Crawford took the award for Anne Bancroft
When I met Patty Duke I got to tell her she was phenominal in this... it changed my life.
Patty..ever gracious and listening intently thanked me seriously. She had Helen Kellers niece with her, she was in the Rose Bowl Parade.
It was such a wonderful moment for me and believe it or not for her as well. ❤❤❤
She will always be in my heart.
This scene ALONE deserves an Oscar.
Especially when Annie was supplying Helen with the spoons and she just kept slapping them away
First class performances both by Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke.... Absolutely incredible.
The intensity of the drama in this scene is nothing less than a miracle of cinema.
Damn. This version is intense, I’ve only seen the 2000 version and it was weak compared to this. I can actually feel the frustration from Anne trying to discipline Hellen. I’m exhausted after watching this clip
Nilo Rac That’s a taste of life from back when people had balls. And look at the mess that today’s child rearing has created. Good GOD!!!
Nilo Rac in my book, CGI is fine and dandy for things that really, truly could benefit from CGI. This doesn’t. This is just excellent acting. No script. No dialogue. It’s Jacob wrestling the angel. Just masterful.
The 2000 version was HORRIBLE!
I know right! Literally my anger issues is just...
I saw the movie many years ago, its funny but thus scene never stuck in my memory. The scene that did is when the child finally puts a object to the word her teacher is spelling in her hand. I cried over that one scene. The movie is about two incrediable, brave, before their time, mighty hearts women. Its also about the human spirit. One of the best movies of all time. I wish I couldve seen it on Broadway.
Brilliant movie! Brilliant scene! I can just imagine cast and crew applauding after shooting this. Bravo Ms. Bancroft and Ms. Duke for their respective performances/interpretations of this scene!! 👏🏽 👏🏽
The 2 of them must have been freaking exhausted after this scene, lol :) One of my all time favorite movies!
+Troy Turton
They did this scene 8 times a week on Broadway for over a year
No, nitwit.
It took them three days to film this scene.
I can’t think of a single movie where the acting was this real. This intense. This tiring. This determined. This incredible.
One of the absolutely single best moments in cinema. Period.
I love how when Helen spits to potatoes in Annie's face, Anne is like "Aww, you little shit". And throws that bucket of water in Helen's face.
it's even funnier that they dubbed over it with more choking sick noises to make it more dramatic... even if it is not in synch with the lips, it kind of works because it's a way of showing just how off guard it caught Helen!
She gave as good as she got. Two VERY strong willed individuals.
Fr
😂😂😂😂😂
I'm exhausted just watching this scene.
Me too..We both are tired .This battle is very hard for the nerves..lol!
I see what you mean. lol
This is the best parenting education video, period. She is not asking her to do anything that she isn't capable of doing, she just doesn't want to do it. Much like many lessons with toddlers and young children. Ask yourself, who's running the show?
I completely agree. These days most kids rule the household, not the parents. Kids should respect their elders, even if they don’t want to. That’s just life. You have to do things you don’t want to.
Как называется фильм?
@@ТатьянаПришлецова, 'The Miracle Worker' (the 1962 version)
@user-rq7hj6rn4k The Miracle Worker
@@ТатьянаПришлецоваThere might be several versions.
Great acting. Great cinema. But imagine the public outcry if anyone dared to use Annie Sullivan's methods today.
there is a new version of this movie where it is a little bit less.. brutal, I guess?
Dave Glo. Yeah. Ann's methods would be called child abuse today. But, hey, they worked to get Helen out of her shell!
Rex K. Oh no! Child Abuse Preventative Services will be after you for that! :)
Rex K. Oops! I guess I meant Child Abuse Protection Agency? Well, seriously, be careful in your "grabbing and smacking". This is considered abuse, my man.
There's nothing wrong with the act of discipline then and now. It's just different.
Holy sh** what an intense and dramatic scene ! Genius performances on both their parts, and to think that they originated this on Broadway and did this scene almost every night !
my goodness, an acting lesson right here!
My wife is an O&M, works with blind and deaf/blind of all ages in 3+ states. It sometimes can be exhausting and she needs down time. But she always says it is so worth it. She is my hero. The crap she endures sometimes can be incredibly cruel from both the sighted uneducated (the public and the educational system) and even her vision impaired clients. But in the end, she goes right back at it for over 20 years. She has trained hundreds of children and adults to become independent or less dependent with so many having life changing careers or lives with real skills. These professionals are true angels. Consider a career in these fields as there are very few and much needed. You will literally have a career for life--be that good or bad, the shortage is real. But the humanistic reward is great. 🙏
Благодарю вас за рассказ о вашей жене.
Родители детей инвалидов каждый день бесплатно могут получать Оскар. Да никто не даёт.
I wish your wife could work with me. Please
Patty Duke was 14 when this was filmed. Just as good of a performance as any of the 20 or 30 something year old actresses of that time! What an amazing actress ❤
Astounding 😮
She was 15 actually. She almost didn't get the film part despite having played it on Broadway, because of her age (Helen is supposed to be 7). Fortunately for her, she was always very petite so it works well enough.
Patty Duke and Anne Bancroft were both great talents. I miss them.
This was the best scene in the movie. I've never forgotten it. Great movie!!! 😊👍
This whole scene is pure poetry... magnificent acting and stamina from both.
Maybe the longest scene in film history with two people in it with not saying one word of dialoge :)
Filmdude0 ikr! And it's still a very powerful scene!
And it was one of the most powerful scenes in movie history. Both won an Academy Award and rightfully so.
No talking.Incredible.Poweful scene that even drains the viewer.
“Good girl”
I mean it’s a terrific movie, but 8 minutes without dialog and you’re declaring that the “longest in history” 😂🤦♂️
Not one word, nearly 10 minutes of not speaking, but there’s so much being said between the two. This scene still astonishes me. You can tell how much they had to practice and choreograph everything, with numerous cameras shooting all at the same time. And both Ann & Patty undoubtedly got hurt at some point filming this, plus they _really_ smacked each other in the face!
Can you imagine how freaking terrifying this must be having somebody jerk you around when you can’t see or hear anything? I’m not criticizing what Annie did I’m just trying to picture how terrifying it would be not having any idea what’s going on. Although she did catch on when she started throwing those spoons
@@joan5582 yeah, that had to be scary, despite what a brat she was. 😂
@@SunBunz she wasn't a brat, she was deeply frustrated that she couldn't communicate how she wanted and express her emotions too.
They both wore padding.
While I’m sure this room was used to accommodate cameras/crew, I’ve seen, via youtube, the real room where this scene takes place.
It’s 1/2 the size!
@@gaskellr44 I know she was. I just meant it in a light-hearted way.
beautiful film with two inspired actors RIP both Duke and Bancroft
So powerful and not a single word of dialogue needed.Incredible.
No other Movie about Helen Keller compares to this one with Patty Duke and Anne Bankroft. No other remake holds A candle to these two performances and portrayals of these wonder women.
Ganz großes Kino!!! Mit Recht oskarprämiert. Und eine der besten Leistungen einer Schauspielerin (Patty Duke).
I read the book written years ago. Patty played this role better than anyone. Anne Bancroft was especially wonderful with her energy and beauty. Learning sign language is hard. It's greatly changed since those days. I learned it through my deaf sister. This story really touches me.
This scene gets me every time. She refused to let that little girl fail
Both her & Anne Bancroft won Oscars for their roles in this. The last scene of the movie is one of the most touching moments in film, of all time! PS - Patty passed away today at the age of only 69 :( RIP
Troy Turton Lmao 69
Angelina jackson bruv
69, nice
And Anne Bancroft passed away at the age of 74 on 2005.
@@daniellakaran5760 Dang I was a👶
Two amazing actresses plus a great movie too. RIP Both ladies 💐💐💐💐
I read it took three days for Anne and Patty to shoot this scene. I can see why! It's so physically and mentally exhausting!
Suzanne Pleshette spent several months lifting weights before taking over the Broadway lead from Bancroft. This was long before the Rock. Lol
They also wore padding under their clothes to minimize injury.
This is a masterclass in acting!
They both won academy awards for their performances and remarkable they were too ... well deserved ...
Truly amazing movie and what a casts too 🤗 RIP Patty Duke and Anne Bancroft both ladies were fantastic actresses 😇😇
Anne Bancroft was a truly great actress
She was a gem.
She changed her entire life. Teaching is a talent. They deserve ALL raises.
Patty Duke is just phenomenal
This scene alone shows just how dedicated and how very incredibly gifted an incredible actresses. These two were this movie and seen were absolutely phenomenal. Those two deserved the Oscars that year.
Thank you Patty and Anne you were great.
Brilliant performances by both, the late Anne Bancroft and the late Patty Duke. If I'm not mistaken, both won Oscars for their performances. Bancroft as lead actress and Duke as supporting actress.
So many lessons to learn in one brilliant scene.
No great movies like this anymore.. Just watched To Sir With Love for the 100th time…
I love how Patty Duke played Helen Keller in this version of the movie, then played the part of Anne Sullivan years later in the remake.
Yeah in her autobiography Call Me Anna ( her real name ) she said she knew it was a bit of stunt casting for her to play Annie as an adult this time after having become famous as a child for playing Helen on both Broadway and the film . She just loved the story too much and the idea of now approaching the story from Annie's point of view to resist when they offered her the Melissa Gilbert as Helen 1979 TV adaption to her.
both actresses performed this scene on Broadway 8 times a week for well over a year. it must have been especially thrilling to see them do it live.
Like professional wrestling
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Such a lovely film. Bancroft played an amazing Anne Sullivan; strong-willed and determined.
One of the most amazing films I have ever seen. Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke were just phenomenal.
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Such a great movie! Acting by both was amazing.
God, IMO one of the greatest most extraordinary films ever made.
wow they put wrestle mania to shame lol . Excellent performances
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@Hopeshadows 84 Like who my baby brother Definitely
This is the greatest acting scene ever filmed IMHO. Both Bancroft and Duke won Oscars, and deservedly so. They both put their heart and soul into it.
Rest in peace, Patty Duke. 1946 - 2016
She didn't have an easy childhood, poor girl. I hope she got real happiness later on as an adult actrice.
WAS THAT PATTY??????? Oh my God, she was always magnificent.
Also Anne Brancroff
Oh my goodness. Bette Davis was crazy to think her portrayal of Baby Jane Hudson would win her an Oscar. Though Bette was amazing in her own right, Anne Bancroft gave a topnotch performance in "The Miracle Worker."
@Ryan Akwar I dunno...I'm a huge Bette Davis fan, but Bancroft slayed it.
They were absolutely amazing. Perfection. Imagine, the child cannot see or hear. She's been in a comfortable routine. Now you must teach her years of learning, undo her bad habits and all in one summer, and be kind
Only Anne was great
Was she really acting blind or was a blind child?
One of the greatest movie scenes ever. What an incredible movie and incredible talents...RIP Anne Bancroft & Patty Duke.
I said this in another posting, this is one of the greatest scenes in moving history that involves only 2 actors in under 8 minutes.
This one scene demonstrates how crucial it is to have knowledgeable, competent, and compassionate caregivers. Especially for those living with severe disabilities and who require specialized care and patience. Helen Keller is a living example of how the right care and the right person can drastically change a life. Annie Sullivan filled that role perfectly.
Thank you, Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke, for your portrayal of two very special people
One of the more classic scenes in a movie! I love it. The Miracle Worker is priceless.
Patty Duke was great in that scene, she really acted like someone blind. Just wonderful acting for them both,
tis Movie is far better than the remake, Anne Bancroft was freak'n Hot and a damn fine actress, and Patty Duke didn't do to bad herself in the film she had the spoiled wild child look and acting going down perfect
loved how intense this scene was!
I showed this movie to my high school English as a Second Language students. They loved it. Especially the scene where Helen makes the connection between sign language and communication.
Why do so many teachers show this movie? What is it supposed to teach besides literal blind obedience?
Because it’s about the discovery of language. Helen didn’t understand what words were. Because of Annie Sullivan she went on to graduate college. Without Annie she would have wound up in an asylum.
I gotta be honest .. That was some of the best acting I've ever seen .. Not trying to sound cliché with the comment .. I took film class in high school (back in '02 .. Whew time went by fast lol) and we screened Cinema Paradiso/Empire Of The Sun/The Graduate/Once Upon A Time In America and so many other great films.. I'm 36 years old and still have A LOT more to see in regards to the older films .. But that sequence was just pure heart and emotion .. Really amazing stuff
Few movies make me tear up .... this one does it every time. I would suggest to anyone who insists Bette Davis was robbed (of the Oscar) this same year for Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?, check out these brilliant performances by AC and PD (who BOTH won).
Bette Davis all ready had two Oscar’s, she didn’t need a third one.
Great story about one of the most impact full and accomplished people in world history in Helen Keller. Anne Bancroft is one of the 3 or 4 greatest American actresses ever. Quite a combination and of course, can't overlook Duke's great performance which all adds up to producing such an amazing film event. Can't even imagine doing these roles on stage DAILY which each of them did on Broadway.
If you work with individuals with challenging Behaviors you completely relate to this...there really needs to be more Support for Direct Support Workers.
The amount of abuse they are subjected to on a day to day basis you would be amazed. And they Love the individuals they support despite it all. ❤🙏
So true!!
What a great great movie--- with 2 absolutely fantastic over the moon performances.
Fantastic scene in one of the best movies ever produced. Forget the remakes - this is the real deal!
I remember being mentally exhausted after this scene showed when I first saw this movie. WHEW!!! =P
This is the very best version of The Miracle. The other newer ones couldn't top this one!!
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I had forgotten this scene! Ann Sullivan having to get tough on Helen to stop her unruliness. Well done performance by Anne and Patty.:)
Definitely much better than any recreations. The girl playing Helen did a great job, and Anne Bancroft definitely expressed well a sternness but kindness to the child. This scene was great though, quite comical in it's effect.
KidsWithGuns1992 The girl was Patty Duke, youngest at age 15 to get her Oscar, later she won Emmys for my sweet charlie, captain and the kings, and people choice for Me Natalie.
KidsWithGuns1992 the girl is patty duke
Patty also won an Emmy for playing Annie Sullivan in the television production of " The Miracle Worker ". However you are incorrect about
Ms. Duke's People Choice Award. She won that award for her
return to television series " It Takes Two ". The award she won
for " Me Natalie " was the Golden Globe Award. In fact it was her
second Golden Globe Award. 1 Oscar, 3 Emmys, and 2 Golden Globe
Awards. A very distinguished career.
@@katherinebooth1708 erm, no.
*at the time* patty, at 15, in 1963, was the youngest person to get an oscar.
She was “superseded” by Anna Paquin in 1994, who won at 11 years old.
They were both “superseded” by Tatum O’Neal, who won at 10 in 1974, and still holds the record for youngest winner.
@@Quaker-tc8ue wonky time-line there
Esta escena me impactó y sacudió cuando la vi.
Qué actuaciones memorables!!!!
This movie made me realize (I was a young'un) how powerful film could be! Incredible performances all round
WOW…..ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT
I AM BLOWN AWAY !
And that’s a total UNDERSTATEMENT!!
My english class watched this in 1977, to say that we were all exhausted by the scene's end is putting it mildly. Anne Sullivan really was Helen's saviour.
Totally flawless performance!!!Completely unmatched to this day and always!!!
This was an incredible scene!
One of the best scenes in movie history and but two words spoken. GREAT job by Bancroft and Duke. R.I.P., ladies❤
It's almost like she is driving demons out of her! It's an amazing scene! Two forceful wills.
This was exhausting to watch...
Ann B has some serious dedication!!!❤
An epic drama, well directed and acted by these two great protagonist
The view of a frustrating battle for both sides. Excellent acting.