Streetcar Named Desire, A: Special Edition

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Tennessee Williams’ groundbreaking play became this 1951 Warner Bros. drama directed by Elia Kazan. Vivien Leigh stars as a troubled Southern woman whose arrival at her sister’s home sets off a chain of psychological turmoil, intensified by the volatile presence of her brother-in-law, played by Marlon Brando. Kim Hunter rounds out the cast in this pivotal American film that showcases powerful, unforgettable performances.

This special edition DVD comes on two discs and runs 102 minutes with a US Approved rating. The second disc features substantial supplemental material, including a 90-minute documentary on Kazan’s directing career, featurettes exploring the play’s Broadway origins and the film’s adaptation process, a profile of Brando with recollections from Karl Malden, and a look at composer Alex North’s score. A commentary track includes Malden alongside film writers Rudy Behlmer and Jeff Young. You’ll own a hand-inspected copy of this essential drama at a fraction of the original retail cost.