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1 |
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| Original language: |
English (ENG) |
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| Description: | A half century after it's release, Midnight Cowboy remains one of the most original and groundbreaking movies of the modern era. With beguiling performances from Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman as two loners who join forces out of desperation, blacklist survivor Waldo Salt's brilliant screenplay, and John Schlesinger's fearless direction, the 1969 film became the only X-rated film to ever win the Academy AwardŽ for Best Picture. It's vivid and compassionate depiction of a more realistic, unsanitized New York City and it's inhabitants paved the way for a generation's worth of gritty movies with complex characters and adult themes. But this is not a documentary about the making of Midnight Cowboy: it is about the deeply gifted and flawed people behind a dark and difficult masterpiece; New York City in a troubled time of cultural ferment; and the era that made a movie and the movie that made an era. Featuring extensive archival material and compelling new interviews, director Nancy Buirski illuminates how one film captured the essence of a time and a place, reflecting a rapidly changing society with striking clarity.Desperate Souls, Dark City & The Legend Of Midnight is a compelling documentary available on DVD from Zeitgeist Films. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Nick Broomfield, this film delves into the cultural and political impact of the classic movie "Midnight Cowboy," exploring its legacy through interviews with cast members, critics, and historians. Zeitgeist Films is renowned for distributing thought-provoking independent cinema since 1988, bringing international and award-winning films to audiences worldwide. Director Nancy Buirski (notable for "The Loving Story" and "By Sidney Lumet") leads an impressive team; her works have garnered critical acclaim at festivals like Sundance. Featuring insights from actors such as Jon Voight?an Academy Award winner known for his roles in "Deliverance" and "Coming Home"?and Dustin Hoffman?celebrated for performances in classics like "Rain Man" and "Tootsie." This DVD offers both historical context and fresh perspectives on one of cinema?s most influential stories. |
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| Actors: |
Jon Voight, Brian De Palma, Bob Balaban, Brenda Vaccaro |
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| Director: |
Nancy Buirski |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
738329263867 |
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