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Released
1970 · FILM

The Diane Linkletter Story

The girl . . . the tragedy . . . the gap

Directed by
Runtime
10 min
Comedy

Synopsis

This improvisational film is based on the real-life suicide of TV personality Art Linkletter's daughter, Diane. Mr. and Mrs. Linkletter express concern over their daughter's recent behavior, which includes drug use and a relationship with a disreputable man named Jim. Eventually, the parents confront Diane, leading to tragic consequences.

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Principal cast & crew: 4

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Edited by John Waters

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