college aged angst in the 60s

Rating: 9/10 (1 July 2006)

I never experienced the chronic self doubt and uncertainty Ben experienced but I know people who have.
there are some timeless aspects of this film, a lot of college graduates still go through the 'what on earth do I do with my life now' phase. there is still an immense amount of infidelity amongst the married-single set.
Dustin Hoffman really shines in this his early work. as does Mike Nichols.
I remember when this film came out. for some reason it was rated so I couldn't see it, but that was typical of the frumpiness of censors back then. when the characters get out of bed with their undies on or drag a blanket around with them that is kind of funny and also dates the film.
Anne Bancroft was perfect in this role.
and that line: one word: 'plastics' was added to the popular film folklore immediately.