SHOP GLASS...
IMDb >
The Glass Menagerie (1987)
![[Add to My Movies]](http://i.media-imdb.com/images//tn15/button_addtomymovies.gif){kind=small}
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summaryplot synopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsThe Glass Menagerie (1987)
photos
board
trailer
details
| Photos (see all 4 | slideshow) |
   |
Overview
Plot:
A son longs to escape from his stifling home, where his genteel mother worries about the future prospects of his lame, shy sister. | full synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 1 win & 5 nominations moreUser Comments:
It made me read the book! moreCast
(Complete credited cast) | Joanne Woodward | ... | Amanda Wingfield |
 | John Malkovich | ... | Tom Wingfield |
 | Karen Allen | ... | Laura Wingfield |
 | James Naughton | ... | Jim O'Connor (the gentleman caller) |
Additional Details
Parents Guide:
Add content advisory for parentsRuntime:
134 minCountry:
USALanguage:
EnglishColour:
ColourSound Mix:
StereoMOVIEmeter: 
7% since last week
why?
Fun Stuff
Goofs:
Continuity: As Tom is speaking with Laura in one scene, every time the camera is focused on her, his arms are at his sides in the background. When the camera focuses on him, his arms are crossed. This switches back and forth for an entire scene. moreQuotes:
Amanda Wingfield: You are the only young man that I know of who ignores the fact that the future becomes the present, the present becomes the past, and the past turns into everlasting regret if you don't plan for it! moreFAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more
Message Boards
Discuss this title with other users on IMDb message board for The Glass Menagerie (1987)| Recent Posts (updated daily) | User |
|---|---|
| Aspect ratio | wtmack |
| looking for DVD news | shadowhillway |
| From Gordon to Wingfield. | abzurd |
| Songs for each character? | AlexaRae |
| Remake? | MovieMagicMaker3 |
Recommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
| The Glass Menagerie | The Glass Menagerie | Little Miss Sunshine | Flowers in the Attic | Death of a Salesman |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | External reviews |
| IMDb Drama section | IMDb USA section | Add this title to MyMovies |
I don't usually watch movies like this ... you know ... which is more on the artistic side. I could've just not watched ... but somewhere through it ... I was captivated. I don't know about the other things ... like directing... So I can't say much about that ... but technical stuff apart, I can say ... it is excellent. The theme of three different characters trapped in their different visions... and yet so connected ... We don't have to question Tennessee Williams gift for writing. Aside from that, the characters are played out beautifully. Karen Allen was effective as Laura, subtle and quiet and fragile ...... And John Malkovich ... he makes it so GOOD ... And I'm entirely willing to believe he IS Tom Wingfield himself, regardless of what I've read of critics. He intrigues and captures through every word and action... Or just his presence ... After watching this movie, I actually WANTED to read the play ... out of my own free will. Which is really something! Just watch this movie and let the story and characters overwhelm you.