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Butterflies Are Free
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Butterflies Are Free

1972-07-06 · 109 min · ★ 6.8

Comedy · Romance

Striving to be independent, the blind but determined Don Baker moves away from his overprotective mother. After settling into his new San Francisco digs, Don meets kooky neighbor Jill Tanner. Don's quick wit and good looks disarm the free-spirited Jill, and before long they're more than just friends. Will Mrs. Baker's incessant meddling destroy Don and Jill's budding relationship?

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Directors
Milton Katselas
Production companies
Frankovich Productions, Columbia Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Goldie HawnGoldie HawnJill Tanner
Edward AlbertEdward AlbertDon Baker
Eileen HeckartEileen HeckartMrs. Florence Baker
Paul Michael GlaserPaul Michael GlaserRalph Santori
Michael WarrenMichael WarrenRoy Stradden
Charlene JonesCharlene JonesGirl in Mod Shop (uncredited)
Jessica Rains1st Girl (uncredited)
Paul RyanPaul RyanMan in Mod Shop (uncredited)
Debralee ScottDebralee ScottGirl in Opening Credits (uncredited)
Sandra VaceyGirl in Mod Shop (uncredited)

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