13. One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest (1975)
At Miloš Forman’s direction One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest was able to capture the top 5 categories from the Academy. It won Best Picture, Forman won Best Director, Louise Fletcher won Best Actress, Jack Nicholson won Best Actor, and Hauben and Goldman won Best Adapted Screenplay. The move was so good that it was so critically acclaimed it was able to defeat Jaws for Best Picture.
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This movie that explored rebellion and identity is one of a long list of amazing performances by Nicholson that was matched by the brilliance of Louise Fletcher. If one hasn’t seen this movie they should definitely put it on their list of must see films. One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest is guaranteed to make you think and examine yourself!
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Great list
Thank you!
Brilliant list. Forgot about a lot of these so i will be spending some time watching them,especially Bridge over the River Kwai and All about Eve.. Thanks
I’m glad you enjoyed it Caroline. I try to keep my Journalistic integrity even on these lists. Some incredible films were on this list. You are very welcome!