As a guy who has both a film degree and an English degree, I've seen a lot of stage plays. And I've seen a lot of plays that get turned into movies. Today, I wanted to go over some adaptations of classic stage plays that turned out great and took the work to the next level. Let's dive in. 1. A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)Even people who haven't seen this play know to yell, "Stella!"Elia Kazan actually directed the original Broadway production, and then brought Tennessee Williams's sweltering play to the screen. Marlon Brando's raw and iconic performance as Stanley Kowalski is a landmark in the history of film acting. Vivien Leigh won an Oscar for her heartbreaking portrayal of Blanche DuBois. The film's claustrophobic atmosphere and powerful performances make it a definitive and unforgettable adaptation.2. Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966)It's kind of wild to think about, but this was Mike Nichols’s directorial debut. His adaptation of Edward Albee’s scathing play is one of the best all time. Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton deliver career-defining performances as the toxic, codependent couple, Martha and George, earning Taylor an Academy Award for Best Actress. The black-and-white cinematography and the tour-de-force acting from the entire cast make this a powerful piece of cinema.3. Amadeus (1984)This movie always stuns me with how funny it is and how much fun it seems like everyone is having making it. Miloš Forman’s adaptation of Peter Shaffer’s play is a feast for all of your senses. The...
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