Man and Boy - Terence Rattigan | Radio Drama - Video

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Man and Boy is a 1963 play by Terence Rattigan that delves into the complex and dark world of its central character, Gregor Antonescu. Antonescu, a ruthless and emotionally detached businessman, is modeled after real-life figures Ivar Kreuger and Samuel Insull. The storyline examines his cutthroat nature and the profound effect his inability to feel love has on those around him, particularly his son and wife. The play originally performed at The Queen's Theatre in London and the Brooks Atkinson Theatre in New York, did not achieve immediate success, having a limited run with only 54 performances on Broadway despite starring the renowned Charles Boyer as Antonescu. However, the play experienced a resurgence during its 2005 revival at the Duchess Theatre in London, with David Suchet playing the lead role to critical acclaim. Its 2011 Broadway revival featured Frank Langella as Antonescu. Rattigan's compelling narrative sheds light on the emotional voids within its characters through the portrayal of Gregor Antonescu's desperate attempts to maintain his faltering empire, ultimately illustrating the personal and relational costs of his ambitions and lack of empathy.