“Yes, movies! Look at them — All of those glamorous people — having adventures — hogging it all, gobbling the whole thing up! You know what happens? People go to the movies instead of moving! Hollywood characters are supposed to have all the adventures for everybody in America, while everybody in America sits in a dark room and watches them have them! Yes, until there's a war. That's when adventure becomes available to the masses! Everyone's dish, not only Gable's! Then the people in the dark room come out of the dark room to have some adventures themselves — Goody, goody! — It's our turn now, to go to the south Sea Island — to make a safari — to be exotic, far-off! — But I'm not patient. I don't want to wait till then. I'm tired of the movies and I am about to move!”
Quote by Tennessee Williams
Work
Tennessee Williams' 'The Glass Menagerie' is a deeply emotional narrative that delves into the complexities of a family's life during the Great Depression. The story revolves around a mother, her adult son, and her younger sister, highlighting the challenges they face in their personal and professional lives. The play is renowned for its vivid portrayal of family relationships and the impact of societal expectations on individual aspirations. more
Author
American playwright, renowned for his profound psychological portrayals and unique dramatic style. His notable works include 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and 'The Glass Menagerie'. more
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