Screenplay: Richard Linklater

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Julie Delpy · Wiley Wiggins · Trevor Jack Brooks

Synopsis Waking Life (2001) is a groundbreaking cinematic experience that pushes the limits of technology and creativity. Initially filmed and edited as live-action, the movie underwent a meticulous transformation where each frame was digitally "painted" by a team of over 30...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Julie Delpy · Andrea Eckert · Hanno Pöschl

Synopsis Before Sunrise (1995) follows a young American man (Ethan Hawke) who, while journeying through Europe by train, encounters a charming French student (Julie Delpy). He persuades her to spend a day together in Vienna, allowing them to deepen their connection....

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Julie Delpy · Vernon Dobtcheff · Rodolphe Pauly

Synopsis Before Sunset (2004) follows the reunion of Jesse and Celine, two individuals who initially crossed paths in Vienna and shared an unforgettable night exploring the city's deserted streets. Nearly a decade later, fate brings them together again, this time in...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Julie Delpy · Ethan Hawke · Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick · Jennifer Prior

Synopsis Before Midnight (2013) is the third installment in Richard Linklater's romantic drama series, set in Greece nine years after the events of the previous film. The story revolves around Celine (Julie Delpy) and Jesse (Ethan Hawke), who are now parents...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ellar Coltrane · Patricia Arquette · Ethan Hawke · Lorelei Linklater

Synopsis Boyhood (2014) is a cinematic journey captured over a span of 12 years (in 39 shooting days from 2002 to 2013) with the same cast, offering a unique perspective on the experience of growing up through the eyes of a...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Richard Linklater · Rudy Basquez · Jean Caffeine · Stephan Hockey

Synopsis Slacker (1990) offers a snapshot of a single day in Austin, Texas, focusing on the city's social outcasts and misfits, primarily those in their twenties. The narrative unfolds through a sequence of interconnected vignettes, where characters who defy conventional norms...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Zachary Levi · Jack Black · Glen Powell · Josh Wiggins

Synopsis Apollo 10½: A Space Age Adventure (2022) transports viewers to the year 1969, offering a dual perspective on the historic moon landing. The narrative weaves together the experiences of the astronauts as they embark on their monumental journey and the...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Keanu Reeves · Robert Downey Jr. · Woody Harrelson · Winona Ryder

Synopsis A Scanner Darkly (2006) unfolds in the suburban landscape of Orange County, California, in a dystopian future where the United States has succumbed to the drug war. The narrative follows an unwilling undercover agent (Reeves) who is tasked with infiltrating...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Jason London · Joey Lauren Adams · Milla Jovovich · Shawn Andrews

Synopsis Dazed and Confused (1993) is a nostalgic coming-of-age comedy that follows a diverse group of high school students in a small Texas town during the final day of school in 1976. The story revolves around the traditions of the last...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Jack Black · Shirley MacLaine · Matthew McConaughey · Rick Dial

Synopsis Bernie (2011) is a film inspired by true events that unfolds in the small, rural community of Carthage, Texas. The story revolves around Bernie Tiede (Jack Black), a well-liked assistant funeral director known for his kindness and community involvement. Bernie...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Greg Kinnear · Ethan Hawke · Kris Kristofferson · Patricia Arquette

Synopsis Fast Food Nation (2006) follows Don Henderson (Greg Kinnear), a marketing executive at Mickey's Fast Food Restaurant chain, renowned for "The Big One." His world is turned upside down when contaminated meat finds its way into the company's signature burger....

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Blake Jenner · Juston Street · Ryan Guzman · Tyler Hoechlin

Synopsis Everybody Wants Some (2016) follows a crew of collegiate baseball athletes as they journey through the complexities of young adulthood, balancing newfound independence with the weight of responsibility.

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Steve Carell · Bryan Cranston · Laurence Fishburne · J. Quinton Johnson

Synopsis Last Flag Flying (2017) follows the journey of three Vietnam veterans—Doc (Steve Carell), a man of few words; Sal (Bryan Cranston), a volatile and outspoken individual; and Mueller (Laurence Fishburne), a calm and collected figure—who come together in 2003 to...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Glen Powell · Adria Arjona · Austin Amelio · Retta

Synopsis Hit Man (2023) follows the story of Gary Johnson, a highly sought-after professional assassin operating in the shadows of New Orleans. To those who hire him, he is an enigmatic figure, a cinematic assassin for hire. However, his clients should...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Cate Blanchett · Kristen Wiig · Billy Crudup · Judy Greer

Synopsis Where'd You Go, Bernadette (2019) follows the journey of a devoted mother who finds herself drawn back to her artistic pursuits after dedicating years to her family's needs. Her bold decision to follow her heart leads her on a thrilling...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Richard Linklater · James Goodwin · Dan Kratochvil · Linda Finney

Synopsis It's Impossible to Learn to Plow by Reading Books (1988) is an 85-minute cinematic experience that is characterized by its sparse dialogue and unconventional narrative structure. The film follows a central character who journeys across the country, engaging with various...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Matthew McConaughey · Ethan Hawke · Skeet Ulrich · Vincent D'Onofrio

Synopsis The Newton Boys (1998) chronicles the exploits of the most prolific bank robbers in American history. Known for their strict code of conduct—never harming anyone, never betraying their crew, and targeting only financial institutions—the Newton Boys' reign came to a...

Direction Janusz Kaminski

Cast Cate Blanchett · Bradley Cooper · Chiwetel Ejiofor · Adèle Exarchopoulos

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Guillaume Marbeck · Zoey Deutch · Alix Bénézech · Nicolas Dozol

Synopsis Nouvelle Vague (2025) delves into the intricate process behind the creation of Jean-Luc Godard's iconic film, "Breathless." This movie offers an in-depth look at the behind-the-scenes efforts, the creative decisions, and the collaborative spirit that brought this cinematic masterpiece to...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Richard Linklater · Sophia Bernard · Brittaney Ortiz · Angela Rawna

Synopsis Another Day at the Office (S) (2019) offers an intimate glimpse into the daily routine of renowned filmmaker Richard Linklater. The documentary-style film captures a typical day for Linklater, beginning with a conference call with ambitious young studio executives and...