Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor star in this multi Oscar-winning adaptation of Edward Albee\'s controversial play directed by Mike Nichols. ‘You are cordially invited to George and Martha’s for an evening of fun and games.’ Mike Nichols\' directorial debut is the acclaimed adaptation of Edward Albee\'s controversial stage play, starring husband-and-wife Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. George is a foul-mouthed, drunken university professor married to the equally foul-mouthed, drunken Martha. The film was nominated for 13 Academy Awards and won 5 including Best Film.