The Children's Hour(1961) -

: The rumor spreads rapidly, leading parents to withdraw their children and destroying the school’s reputation and the women’s lives. Historical Significance & Production The Children's Hour (1961) - IMDb

: After being punished for a lie, a malicious and manipulative student named Mary Tilford concocts a story that the two headmistresses are involved in an "unnatural relationship". The Children's Hour(1961)

Released in 1961, The Children’s Hour (also known as The Loudest Whisper ) is a landmark American drama directed by William Wyler. This second film adaptation of Lillian Hellman's 1934 play was a daring exploration of the destructive power of rumors and societal intolerance, featuring major stars Audrey Hepburn and Shirley MacLaine. : The rumor spreads rapidly, leading parents to