A Delicate Balance
“The sister who drank too much. The daughter who divorced too much. They're all there when Tobias and Agnes have their little get-together and tear-apart.”
Synopsis
In their finely appointed Connecticut home, Agnes and Tobias have grown used to the imperfection and fragility of their marriage. Quietly nursing their grief over the death of their son, they get by well enough together. Agnes' boozy sister wanders in and out, and they allow anxiety-stricken friends to move into an upstairs room. But, when their daughter, Julia, shows up announcing her fourth divorce, long-repressed emotions come to the surface.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 12, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Richardson
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Albee
- Original Title
- A Delicate Balance
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- The American Film Theatre
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Richardson
Edward Albee
David Watkin
John Victor-Smith
Ely A. Landau, Neil Hartley
Department Leadership Roster
David Watkin
Director of Photography
Tony Richardson
Director
Ely A. Landau
Producer
Edward Albee
Writer
John Victor-Smith
Editor
Margaret Furse
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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BD Release: 1971-1975
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Delicate Balance
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What is A Delicate Balance about?
In their finely appointed Connecticut home, Agnes and Tobias have grown used to the imperfection and fragility of their marriage. Quietly nursing their grief over the death of their son, they get by well enough together. Agnes' boozy sister wanders in and out, and they allow anxiety-stricken friends to move into an upstairs room. But, when their daughter, Julia, shows up announcing her fourth divorce, long-repressed emotions come to the surface.
Who directed A Delicate Balance?
A Delicate Balance was directed by Tony Richardson.
Who stars in A Delicate Balance?
The principal cast of A Delicate Balance includes Katharine Hepburn, Paul Scofield, Lee Remick, Kate Reid, Joseph Cotten.
When was A Delicate Balance released and how long is it?
A Delicate Balance was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Delicate Balance?
A Delicate Balance holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).