The Slender Thread

(1965)Directed by Sydney Pollack98 minDrama
When a woman's emotions sway away on a slender thread, expect anything…

Alan is a Seattle college student volunteering at a crisis center. One night when at the clinic alone, a woman calls up the number and tells Alan that she needs to talk to someone. She informs Alan she took a load of pills, and he secretly tries to get help. During this time, he learns more about the woman, her family life, and why she wants to die. Can Alan get the cavalry to save her in time before it's too late?

Sidney Poitieras Alan Newell
Anne Bancroftas Inga Dyson
Telly Savalasas Dr. Joe Coburn
Steven Hillas Mark Dyson
Ed Asneras Det. Judd Ridley
Indus Arthuras Marian
Paul Newlanas Sgt. Harry Ward
Dabney Colemanas Charlie
H.M. Wynantas Doctor Morris
Robert F. Hoyas Patrolman Steve Peters
Greg Jarvisas Chris Dyson
Jason Wingreenas Medical Technician
Marjorie Nelsonas Mrs. Thomas
Steven Marloas Arthur Foss
Thomas Hillas Liquor Salesman
Lane Bradfordas Al McCardle
Janet Dudleyas Edna
JNJohn Napieras Dr. Alden Van
Stephen Pellegrinias Police Cadet
Jerome R. Brandas Police Cadet
Kay Doubledayas Jinny
Jo Heltonas Registration Nurse
Richard Doorishas Pete
Charlotte Stewartas Telephone Operator