Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
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Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

A middle-aged New England associate professor and his wife, with the help of alcohol, use their young guests to fuel anguish and emotional pain toward...s each other over the course of a distressing night. Show More

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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966) delves into the tumultuous relationship of a middle-aged couple, a New England associate professor and his wife, as they host a young couple for a night of heavy drinking. Through the influence of alcohol, the older couple manipulates and toys with their guests, using them as vehicles to aggravate and intensify their own emotional turmoil. As the night progresses, secrets are revealed, and the true depth of the couple's dysfunction comes to light.

The film explores themes of disillusionment, resentment, and the destructive power of unfulfilled expectations in relationships. With powerful performances from the lead actors, the audience is drawn into a raw and intense portrayal of human emotions and the complexities of marriage. As tensions rise and tempers flare, the characters are forced to confront their own truths, leading to moments of raw vulnerability and brutal honesty.

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is a gripping and emotionally charged drama that offers a compelling look at the darker side of love and marriage.

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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Release Date:

22 Jun 1966

Writers:

Ernest Lehman, Edward Albee

Awards:

Won 5 Oscars. 22 wins & 26 nominations total

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