One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) Reviews
- Starring:
- Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, (more)
- Director(s):
- Milos Forman
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- R
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful I have heard about this movie and the book all my life. I finally watched it and it is an amazing story. For me, as a writer, the story must come first, before any special effect. This is a ... Read More I have heard about this movie and the book all my life. I finally watched it and it is an amazing story. For me, as a writer, the story must come first, before any special effect. This is a thought-provoking and intelligent story, reminding us that people with the misfortune of having mental illness are still exactly that...PEOPLE. I highly recommend the film and now I see what all the hubbub about Jack Nicholson is--he's an amazing actor. This movie, and it's actors, certainly deserved all of the awards it was honored with. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful Being a literary person, I could hardly wait to read this story. I found the book to be fabulous, one of the greatest stories in literature, very best from Ken Kesey. And, of course, I watched the ... Read More Being a literary person, I could hardly wait to read this story. I found the book to be fabulous, one of the greatest stories in literature, very best from Ken Kesey. And, of course, I watched the movie adaptation soon afterwards. What I found: Nicholson giving one of, if not the best, roles of his careeer as Randle McMurphy, Fletcher as an award-worthy ice-woman nurse, and a movie that was decent, but lacked the spirit of the book. The whole storyline was pretty much the same, with only a few changes (one of which was the creation of Chris Lloyd's character), but for me, the movie failed to convey the same powerful message as the book did. Don't get me wrong, it's a very good movie with one of the most gut-wrenching last scenes in movie history, but again, if you want to enjoy it, read the book. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful Nicholson takes on a role that I believe most accurately portrays him in real life - - "shove it !" - - defiant - - plays by his own rules - - questions authority ! Jack is unbelievable in this ... Read More Nicholson takes on a role that I believe most accurately portrays him in real life - - "shove it !" - - defiant - - plays by his own rules - - questions authority ! Jack is unbelievable in this movie - and great supporting cast makes this edgy movie a depressing treat to watch. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful that hasn't been said a million times before.
One of the great films. Jack and Milos Forman together and at their finest. Great but dark commentary on a conformist society, governments, and the ... Read More that hasn't been said a million times before.
One of the great films. Jack and Milos Forman together and at their finest. Great but dark commentary on a conformist society, governments, and the institutions that create nothing but cogs in the machine. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful The acting in this movie is Stellar, and endlessly stimulating. I had forgotten how enthralling it is. It is one of only a few R rated movies that I will watch. It was a depressing story that ... Read More The acting in this movie is Stellar, and endlessly stimulating. I had forgotten how enthralling it is. It is one of only a few R rated movies that I will watch. It was a depressing story that didn't leave me depressed. Instead, I felt uplifted and encouraged to uplift those around me to be healthier and happier. Thanks, McMurphy. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful This film is an example of what happens when it all comes together. Jack and Milos at their prime. This film will take you through all the emotions in the rainbow, you will laugh, you will cry, and ... Read More This film is an example of what happens when it all comes together. Jack and Milos at their prime. This film will take you through all the emotions in the rainbow, you will laugh, you will cry, and you will also be disturbed. An unforgettable masterpiece. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
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