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A Life in the Theatre is a 1993 American made-for-television comedy-drama film starring Matthew Broderick and Jack Lemmon.[1] It is based on David Mamet's 1977 play of the same name.[2] Lemmon was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of Robert.[3]
| A Life in the Theatre | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Comedy Drama |
| Based on | A Life in the Theatre by David Mamet |
| Screenplay by | David Mamet |
| Directed by | Gregory Mosher |
| Starring | Matthew Broderick Jack Lemmon |
| Music by | David Michael Frank |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Marc Abraham David Mamet |
| Producers | Thomas A. Bliss Patricia Wolff |
| Cinematography | Freddie Francis |
| Editor | Barbara Tulliver |
| Running time | 78 minutes |
| Production companies | Beacon Communications Bay Kinescope Boston |
| Original release | |
| Network | TNT |
| Release | October 9, 1993 |
This is the second adaptation of Mamet's play following the 1979 version.[1]
The story focuses on the relationship between two actors, the only characters. One, Robert, is a stage veteran while John is a young, promising actor. They are involved in a variety of productions, and gradually their relationship begins to change.
- Matthew Broderick as John
- Jack Lemmon as Robert
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