1 hr 5 min
Midnight Cowboy (1969) Greatest Movie Of All-Time
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Dana and Tom discuss the only Best Picture winner with an X rating, Midnight Cowboy (1969): directed by John Schlesinger, music by John Barry, written by Waldo Salt, starring Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman.
Plot Summary: "Midnight Cowboy" is a poignant exploration of friendship and survival in the gritty urban landscape of New York City. Joe Buck, a naive Texas cowboy with dreams of becoming a rich gigolo, arrives in the city only to find himself struggling to make ends meet. He befriends Ratso Rizzo, a streetwise hustler, forming an unlikely bond as they navigate the harsh realities of their circumstances. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and redemption, facing the harsh truths of their own identities and the unforgiving nature of the city they call home. With powerful performances from Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman, "Midnight Cowboy" is a timeless classic that delves deep into the human experience, blending heartbreak and hope in equal measure.
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Ronny Duncan Studios
Dana and Tom discuss the only Best Picture winner with an X rating, Midnight Cowboy (1969): directed by John Schlesinger, music by John Barry, written by Waldo Salt, starring Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman.
Plot Summary: "Midnight Cowboy" is a poignant exploration of friendship and survival in the gritty urban landscape of New York City. Joe Buck, a naive Texas cowboy with dreams of becoming a rich gigolo, arrives in the city only to find himself struggling to make ends meet. He befriends Ratso Rizzo, a streetwise hustler, forming an unlikely bond as they navigate the harsh realities of their circumstances. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and redemption, facing the harsh truths of their own identities and the unforgiving nature of the city they call home. With powerful performances from Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman, "Midnight Cowboy" is a timeless classic that delves deep into the human experience, blending heartbreak and hope in equal measure.
You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast) or find our Facebook page at Greatest Movie of All-Time Podcast.
For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/midnight-cowboy-1969
For the entire rankings list so far, go to:Full Graded List - Greatest Movies of All-Time
Ronny Duncan Studios
1 hr 5 min