The Graduate was most identified, and added "Men still come up to me and tell me 'You were my first sexual fantasy.'" The film is listed in "1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die". The film is recognized by American Film Institute in these lists: Terry Johnson's adaptation of the original novel and the film ran both on London's West End and on Broadway, and has toured the United States. There is a Brazilian version adapted by Miguel Falabella. Several actresses have starred as Mrs. Robinson, including Kathleen Turner, Lorraine Bracco, Jerry Hall, Amanda Donohoe, Morgan Fairchild, Anne Archer, Vera Fischer,
The Graduate Meanwhile, Natalie Wood turned down not only the role of Mrs. Robinson, but also that of Elaine. For the character of Elaine, casting was also an issue. Patty Duke turned down the part as she did not want to work at the time. Faye Dunaway was also considered for Elaine, but had to turn it down, in favor of "Bonnie and Clyde". Sally Field and Shirley MacLaine refused the role as well. Raquel Welch and Joan Collins both wanted the role, but did not succeed in getting it. Carroll Baker tested, but was said to have been too old to