Cast: Michael Murphy

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Woody Allen · Diane Keaton · Mariel Hemingway · Michael Murphy

Synopsis Manhattan (1979) follows the intricate romantic entanglements of Isaac, a writer navigating the complexities of his personal life. His former spouse is penning a memoir that delves into their private moments, adding to his emotional turmoil. Despite being involved with...

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Tom Cruise · John C. Reilly · Philip Baker Hall · William H. Macy

Synopsis Magnolia (1999) unfolds over the course of a single day in Los Angeles, where the lives of various characters intertwine and are forever altered. A solitary police officer (John C. Reilly) develops feelings for a troubled cocaine addict (Melora Walters)....

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Bob Dylan · Patti Smith · Allen Ginsberg · Joan Baez

Synopsis Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese (2019) delves into the iconic 1975-1976 tour where Bob Dylan gathered a talented ensemble of artists and musicians, including notable figures like Joan Baez, T-Bone Burnett, and Mick Ronson. This...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Ronee Blakley · Geraldine Chaplin · Barbara Harris · Keith Carradine

Synopsis Nashville (1975) unfolds over five days in the heart of the country music scene, offering a richly layered exploration of America's fascination with fame and influence. Director Robert Altman weaves together the stories of 24 distinct characters, including country music...

Direction Peter Bogdanovich

Cast Barbra Streisand · Ryan O'Neal · Madeline Kahn · Kenneth Mars

Synopsis What's Up Doc? (1972) follows the chaotic adventures of Judy Maxwell, a woman who always seems to find herself in the middle of trouble. This time, her antics revolve around Howard Bannister, a musicologist attending a convention to compete for...

Direction Martin Ritt

Cast Woody Allen · Zero Mostel · Herschel Bernardi · Michael Murphy

Synopsis The Front (1976) is set during the era of political persecution, focusing on Alfred Miller, a TV scriptwriter who faces ostracism due to his left-wing beliefs. To sustain his career, Miller hires Howard Prince, an old acquaintance, to lend his...

Direction Peter Weir

Cast Mel Gibson · Sigourney Weaver · Linda Hunt · Michael Murphy

Synopsis The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) unfolds in Indonesia amidst the tumultuous events of the 1965 coup against President Sukarno. The story centers around Guy Hamilton (Mel Gibson), an Australian journalist navigating the chaotic landscape. Hamilton's detached and sometimes flippant...

Direction Sarah Polley

Cast Julie Christie · Gordon Pinsent · Olympia Dukakis · Wendy Crewson

Synopsis Away From Her (2006) follows the story of Grant (Gordon Pinsent) and Fiona (Julie Christie), a couple deeply in love after decades of marriage. Their bond is evident through their unique private language and mutual affection. Retired and living in...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Sandy Dennis · Michael Burns · Susanne Benton · David Garfield

Synopsis That Cold Day in the Park (1969) follows the story of a wealthy but isolated woman named Frances Austen. One frigid afternoon, she encounters a young man in a nearby park and, on a whim, invites him to her luxurious...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Warren Beatty · Julie Christie · Rene Auberjonois · William Devane

Synopsis McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971) unfolds in the frosty landscape of the Old West, where the charming yet naive John McCabe establishes a brothel and saloon in a burgeoning Pacific Northwest settlement. Shortly after McCabe's venture begins, the astute Mrs....

Direction Oliver Stone

Cast James Woods · John Savage · James Belushi · Michael Murphy

Synopsis Salvador (1986) follows the journey of a journalist who, after facing professional setbacks in the United States, travels to El Salvador to document the tumultuous events of the 1980 military dictatorship. His mission includes covering the assassination of Archbishop Oscar...

Direction Elia Kazan

Cast Kirk Douglas · Faye Dunaway · Deborah Kerr · Richard Boone

Synopsis The Arrangement (1969) centers on Eddie, a wealthy individual who possesses an abundance of material wealth, a loving family, and professional success. However, a life-altering car accident prompts him to reevaluate his privileged existence. In his quest for the happiness...

Direction Robert Aldrich

Cast Kim Novak · Peter Finch · Ernest Borgnine · Milton Selzer

Synopsis The Legend of Lylah Clare (1968) follows a tyrannical film director, portrayed by Peter Finch, who recruits an obscure actress, played by Kim Novak, to star in his upcoming cinematic tribute to a legendary Hollywood icon who has passed away.

Direction Paul Mazursky

Cast Jill Clayburgh · Alan Bates · Michael Murphy · Cliff Gorman

Synopsis An Unmarried Woman (1978) follows the journey of Erica, who appears to have an ideal life until her husband abruptly leaves her for another woman. As she navigates this unexpected turn, Erica seeks solace and guidance from a therapist and...

Direction Pierre Filmon

Cast Nancy Allen · John Boorman · James Chressanthis · Bruno Delbonnel

Direction Ron Mann

Cast Paul Thomas Anderson · James Caan · Keith Carradine · Elliott Gould

Synopsis Altman (2014) delves into the extraordinary journey and prolific career of renowned American filmmaker Robert Altman. The documentary explores his unique vision, innovative storytelling techniques, and the enduring impact he has had on cinema. Through interviews, archival footage, and insightful...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Jennifer Jason Leigh · Harry Belafonte · Miranda Richardson · Dermot Mulroney

Synopsis Kansas City (1996) is a cinematic journey directed by Robert Altman, set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1930s in Kansas City. The narrative delves into the intertwined themes of love, crime, racial dynamics, and political intrigue. The story unfolds...

Direction Tim Burton

Cast Michael Keaton · Danny DeVito · Michelle Pfeiffer · Christopher Walken

Synopsis Batman Returns (1992) follows the Dark Knight as he confronts a new set of challenges after his victory over the Joker. The Penguin, a grotesquely deformed figure, emerges as a formidable foe, driven by a desire to gain acceptance within...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Bud Cort · Sally Kellerman · Michael Murphy · Shelley Duvall

Synopsis Brewster McCloud (1970) follows the story of a peculiar, bookish young man named Brewster who resides in an unusual dwelling—a fallout shelter tucked away within the Houston Astrodome. Brewster harbors an extraordinary ambition: to soar through the air within the...

Direction Saul Bass

Cast Michael Murphy · Nigel Davenport · Lynne Frederick · Alan Gifford

Synopsis Phase IV (1974) presents a chilling scenario where ants in the desert abruptly develop a unified consciousness and initiate a conflict against the desert's other residents. Two dedicated scientists and a young girl they save from the ants' onslaught must...