Direction: Herbert Ross

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Woody Allen · Diane Keaton · Tony Roberts · Jerry Lacy

Synopsis Play It Again, Sam (1972) follows Allan Felix, a neurotic film critic who is struggling to cope with his recent divorce. Inspired by the iconic Humphrey Bogart, Allan aspires to emulate Bogart's charm and confidence, hoping to improve his romantic...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Steve Martin · Christopher Walken · Bernadette Peters · Jessica Harper

Synopsis Pennies From Heaven (1981) is set in the heart of Chicago during the Great Depression, where Arthur Parker, a determined sheet music peddler, faces an uphill battle convincing reluctant music store proprietors to stock his wares. Despite being married to...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Richard Dreyfuss · Marsha Mason · Quinn Cummings · Paul Benedict

Synopsis The Goodbye Girl (1977) follows the story of a recently divorced woman and her young daughter who return home to discover that her boyfriend has abruptly left for a job out of town without any notice, a situation they have...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Peter O'Toole · Petula Clark · Michael Redgrave · Alison Leggatt

Synopsis Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1969) is a vibrant musical adaptation of the classic James Hilton novel. The story revolves around Peter O'Toole as Chips, a reserved professor who finds unexpected romance with a vivacious musical-comedy actress, portrayed by Petula Clark. The...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Walter Matthau · George Burns · Richard Benjamin · Carol Arthur

Synopsis The Sunshine Boys (1975) follows the story of Al Lewis and Willy Clark, former vaudeville comedy duo known for their act as The Sunshine Boys. After a successful 43-year run, the pair split acrimoniously a decade earlier when Willy sought...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Anne Bancroft · Shirley MacLaine · Mikhail Baryshnikov · Tom Skerritt

Synopsis The Turning Point (1977) explores the intertwined lives of two women deeply committed to the world of ballet. Deedee, who once had a promising dance career, chose to become a wife and mother and now manages a ballet school in...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Sally Field · Julia Roberts · Daryl Hannah · Dolly Parton

Synopsis Steel Magnolias (1989) unfolds in the charming setting of Truvy's Beauty Salon, nestled within a small parish in contemporary Louisiana. The narrative centers around a tight-knit group of friends whose lives intertwine within the salon's walls. The story kicks off...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast George de la Peña · Alan Bates · Jeremy Irons · Leslie Browne

Synopsis Nijinsky (1980) unfolds in the vibrant and creative atmosphere of the early 1910s, drawing from real-life events to tell the tale of Vaslav Nijinsky. A prodigious yet willful premier danseur and budding choreographer with the Ballets Russes, Nijinsky's journey is...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Nicol Williamson · Alan Arkin · Robert Duvall · Vanessa Redgrave

Synopsis The Seven-Per-Cent Solution (1976) follows the story of Dr. John Watson, who is worried about his friend Sherlock Holmes' increasing reliance on cocaine. To help Holmes overcome his addiction, Watson devises a plan to send him to Vienna under the...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Richard Benjamin · Dyan Cannon · James Coburn · Joan Hackett

Synopsis The Last of Sheila (1973) follows the aftermath of a tragic event where Sheila meets her untimely end in a hit-and-run incident after a lively gathering. A year has passed, and her wealthy husband, Clinton, extends an invitation to a...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Alan Alda · Jane Fonda · Maggie Smith · Michael Caine

Synopsis California Suite (1978) presents a captivating narrative centered around four distinct guests at a luxurious hotel. Jane Fonda and Alan Alda portray a divorced couple engaged in a heated dispute over their daughter's custody. Meanwhile, Maggie Smith arrives with Michael...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast John Cusack · James Spader · Imogen Stubbs · Mandy Patinkin

Synopsis True Colors (1991) follows the journey of Peter and Tim, two ambitious law students eager to make their mark in the political arena of Washington. However, their paths diverge significantly due to contrasting ideals and moral compasses. Tim is driven...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Barbra Streisand · James Caan · Omar Sharif · Roddy McDowall

Synopsis Funny Lady (1975) follows the continued journey of Fanny Brice, portrayed by Barbra Streisand, as she navigates the challenges of the Great Depression. Unlike her portrayal in the first film, Brice is depicted as a more assertive and somewhat abrasive...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Kevin Bacon · Lori Singer · Sarah Jessica Parker · John Lithgow

Synopsis Footloose (1984) is a beloved story of youthful defiance and societal constraints, masterfully blending dynamic dance sequences with authentic and heartfelt performances. The narrative follows Ren (Kevin Bacon), a teenager who relocates from bustling Chicago to a quiet midwestern town...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Marsha Mason · Jason Robards · Matthew Broderick · Donald Sutherland

Synopsis Max Dugan Returns (1982) centers around Max Dugan (Jason Robards Jr.), an aging troublemaker with a history of shady dealings, who finds himself unwelcome in the life of his daughter, Marsha Mason. Mason, a single mother, is already dealing with...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Candice Bergen · Peter Boyle · James Caan · Marcia Rodd

Synopsis T.R. Baskin (1971) follows the journey of a young woman who, brimming with optimism, sets out for Chicago. Her aspirations are multifaceted: she seeks not only romantic connections and thrilling experiences but also a meaningful and rewarding professional path.

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Barbra Streisand · George Segal · Robert Klein · Allen Garfield

Synopsis The Owl and the Pussycat (1970) presents a delightful 1970 adaptation of Bill Manoff's successful Broadway comedy. The film boasts a strong creative team, with Buck Henry penning the screenplay and Herbert Ross (known for "The Turning Point") at the...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Drew Barrymore · Mary-Louise Parker · Whoopi Goldberg · Matthew McConaughey

Synopsis Boys on the Side (1995) follows the journey of three distinct women embarking on a cross-country adventure in pursuit of a brighter future. The trio consists of the jaded nightclub singer Jane DeLuca, portrayed by Whoopi Goldberg, the ambitious career...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Michael J. Fox · Helen Slater · Margaret Whitton · Richard Jordan

Synopsis The Secret of My Success (1987) follows the journey of Brantley Foster, a bright and ambitious young man from Kansas. Unable to secure an executive position without climbing the corporate ladder, Brantley devises a clever plan to expedite his career...

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Walter Matthau · Ann-Margret · Dinah Manoff · Lance Guest

Synopsis I Ought to Be in Pictures (1982) centers around Herbert Tucker (Walter Matthau), a screenwriter grappling with writer's block who left his New York family behind 16 years ago. His daughter Libby (Dinah Manoff) unexpectedly shows up at his West...