Review of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) by Theodaniels — 06 Jul 2013
A definite contender for the greatest film of all time. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a beautifully written/directed piece of cinema with one of greatest ensemble casts you are ever likely to witness.
Louise Fletcher, for me, steals the show with her seemingly effortless attempt at playing the twisted, manipulative character that is Nurse Ratched. Her performance is undoubtedly flawless and that's not to mention the lead role of R.
P McMurphy, played by the legendary Jack Nicholson who, like the rest of the cast, puts on an almighty show. Arguably, the scene that guaranteed the Oscar win for Best Picture is the scene where Billy is caught by Nurse Ratched in the morning.
The use of silence here is impeccable and really puts us in the centre of the situation with the other patients who loom helplessly in the background watching the drama unfold. It's certainly no surprise that OFOTCN is one of only three films to have ever won the famous "Oscar Grand slam", winning Best Lead Actor, Best Lead Actress, Best Picture, Best Director and Best Screenplay.
The reasoning behind this is that the film is immaculate in every way possible and one that will most likely never be emulated.
This review of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) was written by Theodaniels on 06 Jul 2013.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest has generally received very positive reviews.
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