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The Eccentricities of a Nightingale (1976)

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Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: One of Tennessee Williams more underrated (yet still brilliant) plays, THE ECCENTRICITIES OF A NIGHTINGALE is the story of a lonely spinster whose desire for the love of the younger doctor next... One of Tennessee Williams more underrated (yet still brilliant) plays, THE ECCENTRICITIES OF A NIGHTINGALE is the story of a lonely spinster whose desire for the love of the younger doctor next door leads her to do something against her fantasies and her morals. Dealing with Williams' typical emotional themes of longing, alienation, and unrealized dreams, the drama is romantic and tragic. This Broadway version features incredible performances from stage and film thespians Blythe Danner and Frank Langella. [More]

Starring: Blythe Danner, Frank Langella, Tim O'Connor, Louise Latham

Starring: Blythe Danner, Frank Langella, Tim O'Connor, Louise Latham

Screenwriter: Tennessee Williams

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May 28, 2002

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  • Tony Award-winning actress Blythe Danner portrays a sensitive spinster whom is frustrated with longing for the socially prominent young doctor next door (Frank Langella).
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