I first saw this film on a late night tv slot back in 1991 and I couldn't believe I had allowed so much of my life to go by without being exposed to this treasure. The mechanics of marriage (of 2 marriages, in fact) are dissected mercilessly, but not without a tang of bitter and dark humour. The transition from stage to screen seems well achieved, and not being an Elizabeth Taylor devout fan, I have to say she is superlatively good in this one. The score helps. The stunning black&white photography perfectly suits the intricate moods. Edward Albee must have been proud. I'm sure Mike Nichols was. Sandy Dennis and George Segall are more than up to the challenge, and I for one think all 4 players thoroughly deserved the Academy Award. Still, 2 out of 4 ain't bad - and all in all the film got 5 oscars, so... Go see it!