The1970swas a formative and substantial decade for movies.
While every year of the decade had its fair share of great movies,1972 was a particularly robust year.
Wyke isn’t opposed to the idea he and his wife have been drifting apart for a while now.
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Sleuthis aclassy, twisty and wildly entertaining mystery thrillerthat benefits from a stacked cast and an exceedingly clever screenplay.
Few movies from 1972 are as unabashedly entertaining asSleuth.
A vendetta between two unwavering forces threatens the fragile peace of the land.
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The minimal dialogue of the movie necessitates acommanding and physical performance from Redford.
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In Sleuth, a wealthy crime novelist invites his wife’s lover to his mansion for a high-stakes game of wits. The ensuing psychological duel unfolds within the confines of the opulent estate, where deception and cunning intertwine as both men vie for the upper hand in their complex rivalry.
revolves around a chaotic series of events sparked by the accidental swap of four identical plaid overnight bags.
Cabaretisan overwhelmingly flashy and glossy production, and the movie is all the better for it.
The drama is tantalizing, in no small part thanks to acommanding lead performance from Minnelli.
Few psychological thrillers are as relentlessly intense and bleak asDeliverance.
As the passion between the two only grows stronger, so does their need for a deeper connection.
Brando is fantastic as usual, and Schneider is elegantly wide-eyed.
Not even the brilliant mind of Dr. Kelvin can resist the strange and dangerous allure.
Equally eerie and spiritual,Solarisis a poignant space epicthat is as inspiring as it is influential.
There isn’t much to say aboutThe Godfatherthat hasn’t already been said countless times before.
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Is it brilliantly performed?
Is it virtually flawless?
Yes.Is it one of the greatest movies ever made?
There’s a reason whyThe Godfatherhas thatperfect 100 score on Metacriticit’s just that good.
However, his decision unintentionally puts the lives of his loved ones in grave danger.
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What’s Up, Doc? revolves around a chaotic series of events sparked by the accidental swap of four identical plaid overnight bags. The ensuing confusion entangles a diverse group of characters in a series of comedic misadventures, blending romance and satire within the vibrant context of a San Francisco musicology conference.
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A group of passengers must embark on a harrowing struggle for survival after a rogue wave capsizes their cruise ship at sea.
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Intent on seeing the Cahulawassee River before it’s dammed and turned into a lake, outdoor fanatic Lewis Medlock takes his friends on a canoeing trip they’ll never forget into the dangerous American back-country.
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Don Vito Corleone, head of a mafia family, decides to hand over his empire to his youngest son, Michael. However, his decision unintentionally puts the lives of his loved ones in grave danger.
