Death of a Salesman (1951)

7.2108 minDirector: László Benedek

1951 film

Death of a Salesman is a 1951 American tragedy film adapted from the 1949 play of the same name by Arthur Miller. It was directed by László Benedek and written for the screen by Stanley Roberts. The film received many honors, including four Golden Globe Awards, the Volpi Cup, and five Oscar nominations, including one for the musical score, written by Alex North, who had also written the music for the Broadway production.

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What is Death of a Salesman about?
Death of a Salesman (1951) — An over-the-hill salesman faces a personal turning point when he loses his job and attempts to make peace with his family.
Is Death of a Salesman based on a true story?
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Is Death of a Salesman scary?
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