A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (1951)
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“Middle-aged, emotionally disturbed Blanche DuBois moves in with her younger sister in New Orleans. Soon, she is tormented by her brutish brother-in-law while her reality crumbles around her.”
This is an online movie and play discussion group. While participants usually arrive having watched the film beforehand, you are invited to come and listen if you haven't seen the film yet. READING THE PLAY IS OPTIONAL, although doing so will increase your appreciation for the film and its theatrical roots.
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (1951)
Directed by Elia Kazan
Screenplay by Tennessee Williams, adapted by Oscar Saul from Williams’ 1947 play
With VIVIEN LEIGH, MARLON BRANDO, KIM HUNTER and KARL MALDEN
2 hours 2 mins.
Available to rent in a variety of places. Check www.justwatch.com/us/movie/a-streetcar-named-desire for details.
The Play:
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
By Tennessee Williams
First performed in 1947
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