Cast: Sam Waterston

Direction Ken Burns

Cast David McCullough · Shelby Foote · Sam Waterston · Jason Robards

Synopsis The Civil War (TV Miniseries) (1990) is a critically praised television series that chronicles the journey of the American Civil War, beginning with the abolitionist movement and continuing through pivotal battles, culminating in the assassination of President Lincoln and the...

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Woody Allen · Alan Alda · Claire Bloom · Anjelica Huston

Synopsis Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989) follows two men, Judah and Clifford, as they grapple with significant personal challenges. Judah, a renowned ophthalmologist, finds himself in a precarious situation when his mistress, Dolores, threatens to expose their affair, jeopardizing his marriage and...

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Woody Allen · Mia Farrow · Michael Caine · Barbara Hershey

Synopsis Hannah and Her Sisters (1986) centers around Hannah, who appears to have it all—a thriving acting career, a loving husband, and a close-knit family. She serves as the emotional anchor for her sisters, who often seek her guidance and support....

Direction Greg Mottola

Cast Jeff Daniels · Emily Mortimer · John Gallagher Jr. · Alison Pill

Synopsis The Newsroom: We Just Decided To - Pilot Episode (TV) (2012) follows the aftermath of a public outburst by renowned news anchor Will McAvoy (Jeff Daniels), who returns to his job to discover that many of his team members are...

Direction Roland Joffé

Cast Sam Waterston · Haing S. Ngor · John Malkovich · Julian Sands

Synopsis The Killing Fields (1984) follows the harrowing journey of an American journalist, Sidney, from The New York Times, as he becomes entangled in the brutal realities of Cambodia. When his trusted local guide vanishes, presumed dead, Sidney must navigate the...

Direction Scott Frank

Cast Jack O'Connell · Michelle Dockery · Jeff Daniels · Sam Waterston

Synopsis Godless (TV Miniseries) (2017) is a gripping tale set in the untamed American West of the 1880s. The story revolves around Frank Griffin, a notorious outlaw who is relentlessly pursuing Roy Goode, his former partner turned adversary. Roy seeks refuge...

Direction Aaron Sorkin · Alan Poul · Greg Mottola · Lesli Linka Glatter

Cast Jeff Daniels · Emily Mortimer · John Gallagher Jr. · Alison Pill

Synopsis The Newsroom (TV Series) (2012) offers an intimate glimpse into the inner workings of a nightly cable news program. The narrative revolves around a seasoned network anchor (Jeff Daniels) and his newly appointed executive producer (Emily Mortimer), along with a...

Direction Dheeraj Akolkar

Cast Cate Blanchett · Jessica Chastain · Liv Ullmann · Jeremy Irons

Synopsis Liv Ullmann: A Road Less Travelled (2023) delves into the life and career of a remarkable Norwegian actress, offering an up-close and personal look at her journey. This documentary explores the multifaceted career of Liv Ullmann, highlighting her significant contributions...

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Diane Keaton · Mary Beth Hurt · Geraldine Page · E.G. Marshall

Synopsis Interiors (1978) delves into the complex dynamics of a family in turmoil. Eve, recently abandoned by her husband Arthur, seeks solace with her three daughters as they collectively grapple with the fallout. While Eve struggles with her own emotional turmoil,...

Direction John Madden

Cast Jessica Chastain · Mark Strong · Gugu Mbatha-Raw · Alison Pill

Synopsis Miss Sloane (2016) follows Elizabeth Sloane, a formidable and ambitious political lobbyist portrayed by Jessica Chastain, renowned for her exceptional abilities and her relentless pursuit of victory. As she navigates the complex landscape of the gun control debate in Washington...

Direction Bernt Amadeus Capra

Cast Liv Ullmann · Sam Waterston · John Heard · Ione Skye

Synopsis Mindwalk (1990) follows a journey of intellectual exploration as a prominent American politician, portrayed by Sam Waterston, travels to Mont. St. Michael, France, to reconnect with his poet friend, played by John Heard. As they traverse the medieval island, the...

Direction Michael Cimino

Cast Kris Kristofferson · Isabelle Huppert · Christopher Walken · Jeff Bridges

Synopsis Heaven's Gate (1980) is a grim anti-western directed by Michael Cimino, set against the backdrop of 1890s Wyoming. The narrative revolves around Sheriff James Averill, who strives to safeguard immigrant farmers from the oppressive influence of affluent cattle barons. Concurrently,...

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Mia Farrow · Dianne Wiest · Sam Waterston · Denholm Elliott

Synopsis September (1987) unfolds in the waning days of August, as Diane, a vibrant former film star, and her partner journey to Lane's countryside residence. Lane, a melancholic woman, bears the emotional scars of her mother's lover's murder, which occurred during...

Direction Elizabeth Meriwether · Michael Showalter · Francesca Gregorini · Erica Watson

Cast Amanda Seyfried · Utkarsh Ambudkar · Laurie Metcalf · William H. Macy

Synopsis The Dropout (TV Miniseries) (2022) follows the journey of Elizabeth Holmes, the ambitious founder of Theranos, as she strives to disrupt the healthcare sector. After leaving her college education behind, Holmes embarks on a mission to create a groundbreaking technology...

Direction Marta Kauffman · Howard J. Morris · Arlene Sanford · Dean Parisot

Cast Jane Fonda · Lily Tomlin · Martin Sheen · Sam Waterston

Synopsis Grace and Frankie (TV Series) (2015) follows the unexpected journey of two women who discover that their husbands have been secretly involved in a romantic relationship for two decades. As they grapple with this revelation, the women, who already have...

Direction Anthony Harvey

Cast Katharine Hepburn · Sam Waterston · Joanna Miles · Michael Moriarty

Synopsis The Glass Menagerie (TV) (1973) presents the story of Amanda Wingfield, a woman who exerts control over her children through her waning elegance and embellished stories of her Southern heritage. Her son, Tom, yearns for freedom, while her daughter, Laura,...

Direction Robert Mulligan

Cast Tess Harper · Sam Waterston · Gail Strickland · Reese Witherspoon

Synopsis The Man in the Moon (1991) is a touching tale of growth and self-discovery set in a quaint rural community during the 1950s. The narrative revolves around the close-knit bond between Maureen Trant and her younger sister Dani. Their relationship...

Direction Peter Hyams

Cast Elliott Gould · James Brolin · Brenda Vaccaro · Sam Waterston

Synopsis Capricorn One (1978) follows a gripping narrative where a covert government operation stages a phony Mars expedition. The deception is meticulously planned, but the astronauts involved soon find themselves in grave danger as the government attempts to eliminate them to...

Direction Jack Clayton

Cast Robert Redford · Mia Farrow · Bruce Dern · Karen Black

Synopsis The Great Gatsby (1974) follows Nick Carraway, a young man from the Midwest who has settled on Long Island. He becomes captivated by the enigmatic history and extravagant way of life of his affluent neighbor, Jay Gatsby, portrayed by Robert...

Direction Mimi Leder

Cast Felicity Jones · Armie Hammer · Kathy Bates · Sam Waterston

Synopsis On the Basis of Sex (2018) chronicles the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, portrayed by Felicity Jones, as she navigates the challenges she faced in her pursuit of equal rights throughout her legal career. The film delves into the numerous...