Portnoy’s Complaint Movie Script

PORTNOY’S COMPLAINT..ERNEST LEHMAN..8-3-70

Portnoy’s Complaint (1972), directed by Ernest Lehman and based on the celebrated novel by Philip Roth, is a provocative and darkly comedic exploration of identity, desire, and neurosis. Starring Richard Benjamin, Karen Black, and Lee Grant, the film captures the sharp wit and psychological tension of Roth’s groundbreaking work. This Portnoy’s Complaint screenplay collector’s edition brings readers into the intellectual and emotional world of its complex protagonist, revealing the daring narrative and introspective tone that made the story a cultural touchstone.

Professionally formatted and ideal for serious collectors, film historians, and screenwriting students, this Portnoy’s Complaint movie script reprint preserves the humor, dialogue rhythm, and narrative experimentation that shaped the film. Designed for clarity and readability, it offers a fascinating glimpse into how literary voice is translated to screen.

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• Professionally formatted Portnoy’s Complaint screenplay

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• Professional reprint formatted edition of the film screenplay used in production development

• Ideal for screenwriters, producers, directors, studios, casting professionals, actors, film students, collectors, and fans passionate about movies & cinematic storytelling

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Disclaimer:
This is a collector’s reproduction of the original screenplay, provided for personal study, research, or collection purposes. It is not an original production-used script and does not grant performance rights.