The Little Foxes
The Little Foxes
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1941
Book Brief
BetaPlay • Fiction
Alabama • 1900s
1941
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Little Foxes, directed by William Wyler, is a film adaptation of Lillian Hellman's play, which explores themes of greed and betrayal within a Southern family in the early 20th century. The story focuses on the family's internal conflicts as they scheme to gain wealth and power.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
William Wyler's The Little Foxes delivers a gripping depiction of greed and moral decay within a Southern family, with outstanding performances, particularly by Bette Davis. Critics commend its incisive dialogue and atmospheric tension. However, some feel the pacing lags and character development could be deeper. Overall, it stands as a potent drama with lasting impact.
Who Should Read The Little Foxes?
A reader who enjoys complex family dynamics, moral dilemmas, and Southern Gothic elements would appreciate William Wyler’s The Little Foxes. Similar to fans of Faulkner's The Sound and the Fury and Tennessee Williams's A Streetcar Named Desire, these readers relish richly drawn characters and intense power struggles within a familial setting.
Play • Fiction
Alabama • 1900s
1941
Adult
18+ years
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