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British Quad Carnal Knowledge
is a highly-acclaimed 1971 American comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols and written by Jules Feiffer. The movie explores the sexual attitudes and complex relationships of two male college roommates over several decades, from the late 1940s to the 1970s.
Key Details
Director: Mike Nichols
Writer: Jules Feiffer
Starring Cast: Jack Nicholson, Candice Bergen, Art Garfunkel, Ann-Margret, and Rita Moreno
Plot: The narrative follows the lives of Jonathan (Nicholson), a callous womanizer, and Sandy (Garfunkel), a naive romantic, as they navigate love, lust, and heartbreak, often displaying chauvinistic attitudes and emotional unfulfillment.
Awards & Controversy: Ann-Margret received an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe Award win for her performance as Bobbie. The film was highly controversial for its frank sexual discussions and content, leading to an obscenity case that went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, which ultimately ruled that the film was not obscene. |
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