Originally Posted by
SparkleKitty 
I was lucky enough to see the original Steppenwolf production of the play on which this movie was adapted. I have never been so profoundly moved by anything.
I too saw this show in the summer of 2007 and agree it was one of the most powerful performances I have ever seen. I didn't cry (MIRACLE!), but my whole body shook throughout the whole show. I don't think I want to watch it again, especially with such an all-star cast, for that very reason.