and you’re totally right about the writing of the old movies. even the ‘censored’ ones (like streetcar) are well-written. in fact, i think that the lack of some explanation found in the movies based on tennessee williams plays makes them much more intriguing and interesting.

one last comment: this marlon brando scene is one of my favorite scenes ever. i tend to say the speech at the same time as him when i watch it. =]

great post!