"The Winslow Boy" is a play by English playwright Terence Rattigan, first performed in 1946. The play is based on a real-life case in which a young cadet at the Royal Naval College was accused of stealing a five-shilling postal order and was subsequently expelled.
The play follows the efforts of the boy's family to clear his name and restore his reputation. The boy's father, Arthur Winslow, is a middle-class banker who becomes determined to fight the injustice he sees in his son's expulsion. With the help of a prominent lawyer, Sir Robert Morton, the Winslow family takes the case to court in a high-profile trial that attracts widespread attention.
"The Winslow Boy" is notable for its exploration of themes of justice, morality, and the power of the individual against the establishment. Rattigan's play has been praised for its clever dialogue, its nuanced characterizations, and its ability to engage audiences with its powerful message. The play has been adapted for film and television several times, including a 1999 film directed by David Mamet.
"The Winslow Boy" remains a popular and widely-performed play, and is considered one of Rattigan's masterpieces. The play has been praised for its timeless themes and its ability to speak to audiences across generations and cultures.
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