Review of Nashville (1975) by Will E — 12 Nov 2008
Country music and politics, oh boy! Usually hailed as Robert Altman's best and most definitive movie (although I prefer THE LONG GOODBYE, CALIFORNIA SPLITt and 3 WOMEN), NASHVILLE is a must-see. Dozens of characters that seem both timeless and specific filter across the screen, talking over one another (turn on the subtitles) but never really getting to the point.
Many moments stand out, such as Lily Tomlin with her deaf children, singer Ronee Blakley breaking down onstage, Elliot Gould and Julie Christie showing up as themselves, Henry Gibsonâ??s hilariously stiff country superstar turn, and the saddest striptease you'll ever see.
But the highlight is Keith Carradine's excellent performance of "I'm Easy" intercut with the lovely Gwen Welles' terrible performance of "I Never Get Enough." Heartbreaking.
This is an indispensable work of 1970s cinema, making one of the most enduring statements about American politics, entertainment, emptiness, longing, and the desire for success and love.
This review of Nashville (1975) was written by Will E on 12 Nov 2008.
Nashville has generally received very positive reviews.
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