US (1972): Drama
Based on Peter DeVries' novel Witch's Milk, this film stars Walter Matthau and Carol Burnett in the title roles. Middle-aged when they first meet, eternally joking Pete and repressed "old maid" Tillie don't immediately hit it off. Gradually, their friendship deepens into love and culminates (reluctantly, on Pete's part) in marriage, eleven years of which is explored in this film. Throughout the funny and tragic moments, and despite the many breakups, their love endures. Martin Ritt directs for Universal. (Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide)
2 nominations
· Actress 1972: Geraldine Page
· Writing (Screenplay based on material from another medium) 1972: Julius J. Epstein