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Director Robert Altman was the brains behind gems like 3 Women, Nashville, and the original M*A*S*H movie. He was particularly adept at wrangling sprawling ensemble casts, meaning that there are countless brilliant acting performances to be found in his filmography. These range from the charming Meryl Streep in A Prairie Home Companion to The Player's coldly confident Tim Robbins and the haunting Shelley Duvall in 3 Women.
A Prairie Home Companion PG-13ComedyDocumentaryDrama Cast Marylouise Burke , Woody Harrelson , L.Q. Jones , Tommy Lee Jones , Garrison Keillor , Kevin Kline Runtime 105 Watch on Kanopy Her character is thus a statement on the darker side of fame; her on-stage breakdowns are especially poignant. Blakley was a musician herself, adding to the realism and further blurring the line between character and performer. She even performed in support of political candidates in the 1970s, paralleling the movie's plot. Blakley's work here was widely acclaimed and for good reason, earning her an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
Gosford Park RDramaMysteryThriller A period drama that combines elements of mystery and social critique, focusing on a weekend hunting party at the opulent Gosford Park estate. The story delves into the lives of both the wealthy guests and their servants, highlighting the stark class distinctions and personal secrets harbored by each group.
Smith practically dominates every scene she's in. In particular, she does a great job with the more comedic elements of the character, speaking in a sharp, biting tone that captures the essence of a woman deeply entrenched in the upper echelons of British society. Her best moments are her caustic remarks, delivered with impeccable timing, which serve to underscore the class tensions that run through the film.
Indeed, Gould’s Marlowe is a man out of time, seemingly detached from the changing world around him, yet deeply principled in his own, unconventional way. He mumbles rather than speaking rapidly, exuding a deep world-weariness. He's thus the perfect complement to the story and themes. Gould has one especially great scene at the beginning of the film.
Nashville RDramaDocumentary Cast David Arkin , Barbara Baxley , Ned Beatty , Karen Black , Ronee Blakley , Timothy Brown Runtime 159 Rent on Amazon
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