Screenplay: Robert Altman

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Madeleine Stowe · Julianne Moore · Jennifer Jason Leigh · Tim Robbins

Synopsis Short Cuts (1993) is a cinematic tapestry directed by Robert Altman, which masterfully intertwines the lives of various Los Angeles residents over a brief period. Inspired by the short stories of Raymond Carver, the film delves into the lives of...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Sissy Spacek · Shelley Duvall · Janice Rule · Ruth Nelson

Synopsis 3 Women (1977) unfolds in a desolate, sparsely populated California resort town, where Pinky Rose (Sissy Spacek), a naive and impressionable young woman from the South, starts her new job as a nursing home attendant. Pinky quickly finds inspiration in...

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 Robert Altman

Cast Carol Burnett · Paul Dooley · Amy Stryker · Mia Farrow

Synopsis A Wedding (1978) employs a sprawling ensemble and intricate subplots to delve into the cracks and imperfections of contemporary American society, as seen through the lens of a lavish society wedding that unites old wealth with new, and Italian heritage...

Direction Richard Fleischer

Cast Lawrence Tierney · Priscilla Lane · Phillip Reed · June Clayworth

Synopsis Bodyguard (1948) follows the story of Mike Carter, a tenacious homicide detective who finds himself dismissed from the police force due to insubordination and breaches of protocol. Compelled to find new employment, Carter accepts a position as a bodyguard for...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Susannah York · Rene Auberjonois · Marcel Bozzuffi · Hugh Millais

Synopsis Images (1972) follows a couple who retreat to their secluded countryside cottage for a weekend getaway. The husband, preoccupied with other matters, fails to address his wife's growing unease. She begins to experience a mental decline, haunted by visions of...

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 Robert Altman

Cast Keith Carradine · Shelley Duvall · Louise Fletcher · Bert Remsen

Synopsis Thieves Like Us (1974) follows the journey of two escaped convicts from the Mississippi State Penitentiary in 1936 who join forces with a third accomplice for an extended bank robbery spree. The trio becomes notorious for their unique skills and...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Carol Burnett · Lauren Bacall · Glenda Jackson · James Garner

Synopsis Health (1980) presents a comedic and satirical take on the U.S. political landscape of its era. The narrative unfolds during a health food convention held at an opulent hotel in Florida. Amidst the gathering of health enthusiasts, a formidable political...

Direction Robert Altman · Bruce Beresford · Jean-Luc Godard · Derek Jarman

Cast Theresa Russell · Jacques Neuville · Buck Henry · Elizabeth Hurley

Synopsis Aria (1987) is a unique cinematic experience comprising ten distinct short films, each helmed by a different renowned director. The lineup includes notable figures such as Ken Russell, Jean-Luc Godard, Robert Altman, Bruce Beresford, and Nicolas Roeg. Each segment is...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Paul Newman · Burt Lancaster · Geraldine Chaplin · Harvey Keitel

Synopsis Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson (1976) follows the ambitious venture of Buffalo Bill (portrayed by Paul Newman) as he sets out to create a grand Wild West spectacle. The renowned showman secures the participation of...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Tom Laughlin · Peter Miller · Richard Bakalyan · Rosemary Howard

Synopsis The Delinquents (1957) follows the story of Scotty White, a 19-year-old who finds himself at a crossroads when Janice Wilson's parents put an end to their relationship. Left with time on his hands and a sense of frustration, Scotty crosses...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Paul Dooley · Marta Heflin · Titos Vandis · Belita Moreno

Synopsis A Perfect Couple (1979) follows the story of a middle-aged, divorced Greek-American man who has a reserved and inhibited personality. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vibrant young singer through a matchmaking service. As their paths...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Paul Newman · Vittorio Gassman · Fernando Rey · Bibi Andersson

Synopsis Quintet (1979) is set in a chilling future where humanity, on the brink of extinction due to an ice age, finds solace in a peculiar board game called "Quintet." For a select few, the game is more than just a...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Julia Roberts · Tim Robbins · Sophia Loren · Marcello Mastroianni

Synopsis Ready to Wear (1994) unfolds in the vibrant city of Paris, centering around a high-stakes fashion show that attracts a diverse array of individuals, including renowned designers, eager reporters, glamorous models, influential magazine editors, and skilled photographers. The narrative weaves...

Direction Robert Altman

Direction James Sheldon · Alfred E. Green · Gerald Mayer · Robert Altman

Cast Marvin Miller · Paul Frees · Roy Gordon · Tido Fedderson

Synopsis The Millionaire (TV Series) (1955) follows the story of a wealthy individual who anonymously bestows one million dollars to unsuspecting recipients, each episode revealing the profound impact of this generous act on the lives of those who receive it. The...