Category: USA
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FAT CITY
“Fat City” is a 1972 American drama film directed by John Huston, based on the novel of the same name by Leonard Gardner. The story takes place in Stockton, California, offering a raw and unflinching look at the world of small-time boxing and the human struggles that surround it. The film follows two central characters,…
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20th CENTURY WOMEN
“20th Century Women” is a poignant coming-of-age drama directed by Mike Mills. Set in Santa Barbara, California, in the late 1970s, the film explores the lives of a diverse group of people and how they navigate the challenges and changes of the era. The film opens with Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a middle-aged single mother,…
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COUNTDOWN (67)
“Countdown” is a 1967 science fiction film directed by Robert Altman, based on the 1964 novel The Pilgrim Project by Hank Searls. The movie follows the journey of two astronauts, James Caan and Robert Duvall, as they compete to become the first American to walk on the Moon. The mission is part of a crash…
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SYNBIOPSYCGOTAXIPLASM: TAKE ONE
“Synbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One” is a groundbreaking and unconventional film that blurs the lines between documentary and fiction. It centers on making a fictional movie while simultaneously documenting the complex relationships between the director, the actors, and the crew. The film begins in New York City’s Central Park, where a film crew is attempting to shoot…
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E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL
“E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” directed by Steven Spielberg in 1982, is a heartwarming and iconic science fiction film that captures the magic of childhood, friendship, and the power of empathy. The story begins in a quiet suburban neighborhood in California, where Elliott (Henry Thomas), a lonely and imaginative 10-year-old boy, stumbles upon a stranded alien being…
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DELIVERANCE
“Deliverance,” directed by John Boorman in 1972, is a harrowing and thought-provoking thriller that delves into the primal instincts of survival when a group of friends embarks on a treacherous canoe trip down a remote river in the Georgia wilderness. The film features an ensemble cast including Jon Voight, Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, and Ronny…
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EASY RIDER
Released in 1969, “Easy Rider” is an iconic film directed by Dennis Hopper that explores the counterculture movement of the 1960s, as well as themes of freedom, rebellion, and the search for meaning in a changing America. The film stars Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, and Jack Nicholson in pivotal roles. The story follows two motorcycle-riding…
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MAGNOLIA
“Magnolia,” a 1999 film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, is an emotionally charged ensemble drama that weaves together the lives of multiple characters in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles. The film explores chance, fate, and human connection. The narrative is structured around a series of interconnected stories, all set against the backdrop of…
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CARNAL KNOWLEDGE
“Carnal Knowledge,” directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Mike Nichols in 1971, explores the complexities of human relationships and sexuality. The film is anchored by the remarkable performances of its talented ensemble cast, including Jack Nicholson, Art Garfunkel, Candice Bergen, Ann-Margret, and Rita Moreno. The story begins in the 1950s when Jonathan Fuerst (Jack Nicholson) and…
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BIRDMAN or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)
“Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, is a visually stunning and intellectually provocative film that explores the blurred lines between reality and fantasy, fame and artistic integrity. At its center is the riveting performance of Michael Keaton in the lead role. The story follows Riggan Thomson (Michael Keaton), a…
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