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The Killing of Sister George (1968) was a Drama - Film Adaptation Film directed by Robert Aldrich and produced by Robert Aldrich and Edgar J. Scherick.

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George: I collect horse brasses.
Mercy Croft: Oh, how useful.


George: Anyway, where were you when I phoned you at the office?
Alice: I told you Mr. Katz gave us the day off; it's a Jewish holiday.
George: Oh, really? what holiday?
Alice: I don't know... Feast of the Contamination, or something.


Betty Thaxter: What's one looking for then, love and affection?
George: I suppose you could put it like that, yes.
Betty Thaxter: Oh. I think I need a drink now.


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Bette Davis was reportedly very keen to land the part of Sister George.
The word "lesbian" is only uttered once, 100 minutes into the film.
The original Broadway production of "The Killing of Sister George" by Frank Marcus opened at the Belasco Theater in New York on October 5, 1966, ran for 205 performances and was nominated for the 1967 Tony Award for the Best Play. Beryl Reid won the 1967 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play and recreated her role in the movie version.
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