One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Name: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Director: Miloš Forman
Genre: Drama
Released: 1975-01-01
Duration: 133 min
Rating: 8.4
Cast: Jack Nicholson, Brad Dourif, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito, William Redfield

1975Dir. Miloš Forman2h 13m

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Runtime2h 13m

Released1975

Budget$3M

Box office$109M

DirectorMiloš Forman

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a raw portrayal of mental health and rebellion, anchored by Jack Nicholson's electrifying performance. Forman captures the oppressive atmosphere of the ward with a stark realism that feels almost claustrophobic. The pacing meanders, but it perfectly reflects the unpredictable ebb and flow of life inside the institution. Louise Fletcher’s Nurse Ratched is chillingly manipulative, creating a palpable tension against the spirited McMurphy. The practical effects, especially in terms of the patients' physicality and interactions, ground the film in a gritty truth. It’s not just a story about sanity versus insanity; it’s more about the struggle for individuality in a dehumanizing system. A film with layers, for sure.

Released by United Artists in 1975.Won 5 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.Shot on location in Oregon State Hospital.Features a mix of professional actors and real patients.