Barbara Covett is a teacher unloved by both her pupils and her colleagues, while new young art teacher, Sheba Hart, would appear to be the mirror opposite in every way. Together the two form an unlikely friendship, the lonely embittered older woman and the vivacious well loved younger woman, but while the likelihood of any such relationship lasting is slim, the whole fragile scenario collapses amidst rage, betrayal and blackmail when Barbara discovers that Sheba is having an affair with one of t find out more...

A spiteful child's lie has life-shattering consequences in this daring adaptation of Lillian Hellman's celebrated play. Karen (Hepburn) and Martha (MacLaine) are the headmistresses of an exclusive school for girls. When they discipline a malicious little girl, the vindictive child twists an overheard comment into slander and accuses her teachers of having a lesbian relationship. Soon the scandalous gossip engulfs the school's community, with repercussions that are heart-wrenchingly tragic. find out more...