Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
📖 Synopsis
An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “Just one pillow on her bed... and just one desire in her heart.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Richard Brooks
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Paul NewmanBrick
Elizabeth TaylorMaggie
Burl IvesHarvey 'Big Daddy' Pollitt
Judith AndersonBig Momma
Jack CarsonGooper
Madeleine SherwoodMae
Vaughn TaylorDeacon Davis
Larry GatesDr. Baugh
Brian CorcoranBoyZ
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof about?
- An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.
- Who directed Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?
- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was directed by Richard Brooks.
- When was Cat on a Hot Tin Roof released?
- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was released on August 29, 1958.
- How long is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?
- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof has a runtime of 1h 48m.
- Where can I track Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?
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