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To have such a powerful play given the full treatment by a stellar black cast headed by the INCOMPARABLE Ruby Dee constitutes theatrical orgasm of the highest order!!! I am STILL looking for this version EVERYWHERE but of course only the Hepburn version is readily available. Katharine was flawless as usual but so is Miss Ruby Dee who I had absolutely NO DOUBT could EASILY handle the role and she did not disappoint! If you get a chance to see this version, SEE THIS VERSION! Totally holds up to the original and makes the play all the more universal. Hopefully it will be released on DVD eventually as this performance should be available.

I have only seen this ONCE about 10 years ago and have been furiously searching for it ever since!! It thoroughly broadened my perspective, perception and understanding of the original play. From what I remember the performances were mesmerizing, most notably Paul Douglas and Ruth Roman who positively SIZZLED as Lily Macbeth and is easily the best thing I have ever seen her in. When I find it I definitely plan to capture it. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

I fell in love with Shearsmith, Gatiss & Pemberton with the deliciously twisted "League of Gentlemen" earlier. This wonderfully black series does NOT disappoint with such stalwart guests as Dawn French, Daniel Kaluuya & the incomparable Eileen Atkins!!!! Eeeeeeeexcellent!