This movie had a lasting impression on all members of my family. When we became adults, and married, our spouses were never so lucky as we, and still have not seen it. Nevertheless, they know when we are quoting it, and sometimes play along.
It was taped many moons ago by my older sisters drama teacher. We played the tape until we wore it out. It died a noble death. Some years ago, my brother-in-law spent an entire day trying to locate a copy as a gift for my sister. He was unsuccessful.
At one time, my sister had a lead on it from American Playhouse itself. At that time, it was still possible to purchase material from that source, and there was a 5 video set that we were told might contain that play. Alas, it was $100 for the set, and it was not, at that time, deemed worth it.
Ah, the wailing, self-recriminations, and sundry distress which has since followed. Today, I would consider it cheap at the price! If anyone knows where I can find a copy, I would be financially obliged. However, since the only times I see reference to this version is when others bemoan its lack in their collection, I am not holding my breath.
Let me just say, it is a wondrous play. Funny, engaging, and infinitely re-watchable.
It was taped many moons ago by my older sisters drama teacher. We played the tape until we wore it out. It died a noble death. Some years ago, my brother-in-law spent an entire day trying to locate a copy as a gift for my sister. He was unsuccessful.
At one time, my sister had a lead on it from American Playhouse itself. At that time, it was still possible to purchase material from that source, and there was a 5 video set that we were told might contain that play. Alas, it was $100 for the set, and it was not, at that time, deemed worth it.
Ah, the wailing, self-recriminations, and sundry distress which has since followed. Today, I would consider it cheap at the price! If anyone knows where I can find a copy, I would be financially obliged. However, since the only times I see reference to this version is when others bemoan its lack in their collection, I am not holding my breath.
Let me just say, it is a wondrous play. Funny, engaging, and infinitely re-watchable.