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This unorthodox and bittersweet comedy received an Oscarr nomination for Best Screenplay Based on Another Medium. Philip Roth's best-selling social satire brings together Richard Benjamin and Ali MacGraw, even though they're not exactly suited for each other. Neil is a poor Bronx librarian and Brenda is a pampered Jewish princess from Westchester. Benjamin and MacGraw are superb in their film debuts as the lovers who try to cross class lines amidst kisses and her parents' stiff opposition. One of the most appealing, poignant and funny comedies ever produced.
Original Release
01/01/1969
US Release
01/01/1969
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Richard Benjamin | Neil Klugman |
| Ali MacGraw | Brenda Patimkin |
| Jack Klugman | Ben Patimkin |
| Nan Martin | Mrs. Ben Patimkin |
| Michael Meyers | Ron Patimkin |
| Lori Shelle | Julie Patimkin |
| Monroe Arnold | Uncle Leo |
| Kay Cummings | Doris Klugman |
| Sylvie Strause | Aunt Gladys |
| Royce Wallace | Carlotta |
Directors
Writers
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Richard Benjamin | Neil Klugman |
| Ali MacGraw | Brenda Patimkin |
| Jack Klugman | Ben Patimkin |
| Nan Martin | Mrs. Ben Patimkin |
| Michael Meyers | Ron Patimkin |
| Lori Shelle | Julie Patimkin |
| Monroe Arnold | Uncle Leo |
| Kay Cummings | Doris Klugman |
| Sylvie Strause | Aunt Gladys |
| Royce Wallace | Carlotta |
| Anthony McGowan | Boy in Library |
| Mari Gorman | Laura Simpson Sockaloe |
| Chris Schenkel | Voice on Columbus Record / Voice on Record |
| Jay Jostyn | Voice on Columbus Record / Voice on Record |
| Jan Peerce | Uncle Manny |
| Max Peerce | Uncle Max |
| Rey Baumel | Uncle Harry |
| Delos V. Smith Jr. | Mr. Scapelle |
| Gail Ommerle | Harriet / Harriette |
| David Benedict | The Rabbi |
Producers
| Name | Role |
|---|
| Stanley R. Jaffe | Producer |
Editors
| Year | Type | Category | Won |
|---|
| 1970 | Oscar | Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium | Nominated |
| 1970 | Golden Globe | Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical | Nominated |
| 1970 | Golden Globe | Most Promising Newcomer - Female | Won |
| 1970 | Golden Globe | Best Original Song | Nominated |
