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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

You are cordially invited to George and Martha's for an evening of fun and games

1966 · 2h 11m · Approved Drama
Directed by Mike Nichols

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A history professor and his wife entertain a young couple who are new to the university's faculty. As the drinks flow, secrets come to light, and the middle-aged couple unload onto their guests the full force of the bitterness, dysfunction, and animosity that defines their marriage.

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When Nichols finally settles down, it's almost too late.

Dave Kehr, Chicago Reader
Fresh

The greatest credit for the implacable engagement that the film creates for its audience must go to the director, Mike Nichols. Nichols makes a stunning film bow with Virginia Woolf.

James Powers, Hollywood Reporter
Fresh

Edward Albee's vitriolic stage portrayal of domestic blisslessness translated grainily and effectively to the screen.

Geoff Andrew, Time Out
Fresh

And in its forthright dealing with the play, this becomes one of the most scathingly honest American films ever made.

Stanley Kauffmann, New York Times
Fresh

'You have ugly talents,' George says, almost admiringly, to Martha. So does this movie.

Dwight Garner, Salon.com

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