Based on Peter DeVries' novel Witch's Milk, Pete 'n' Tillie stars
Walter Matthau and
Carol Burnett in the title roles. Middle-aged when they first meet, eternally joking Pete and repressed "old maid" Tillie don't immediately hit it off. Gradually, their friendship deepens into love and culminates (reluctantly, on Pete's part) in marriage, eleven years of which is explored in this film. Throughout the funny and tragic moments, and despite the many breakups, their love endures. Oscar nominations went to screenwriter Julius J. Epstein and supporting actress
Geraldine Page. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide