Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration: The Rose Tattoo (1955)
(Daniel Mann, 117 mins, NR, 1955)
Celebrate the legendary Tennessee Williams—his life, his work, and his lasting influence on film—during our special birthday tribute! Every Monday in March, we’ll showcase a different cinematic adaptation of his iconic plays, bringing his unforgettable characters and powerful storytelling to life on the big screen. Tonight’s feature is The Rose Tattoo, the passionate 1955 drama starring Anna Magnani in an Oscar-winning performance alongside Burt Lancaster.

Based on Williams’ Tony Award-winning play, this film tells the story of Serafina Delle Rose, a grieving widow whose rigid devotion to her late husband is upended by an unexpected romance.

Filled with raw emotion, humor, and Southern Gothic intensity, The Rose Tattoo is a mesmerizing exploration of love, loss, and second chances.

Don’t miss this stunning adaptation of one of Williams’ most heartfelt works!

Monday, Mar 17
6:30 PM