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Death of a Salesman (1996) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1996 · 136 mins · English
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- Directed by
- David Thacker
- Starring
- Toby Jones, Matthew Marsh, Sarah Baker, Pam Ferris, Katy Carmichael, Iain Glen
Willy Loman, an aging salesman, confronts a crisis after being fired, forcing him to grapple with his dwindling self‑esteem and strained relationships. He seeks reconciliation with his devoted wife Linda and his conflicted sons, Biff and Happy, while reflecting on the choices that have defined his life.
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