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Being There (1979)
Director: Hal Ashby
Cast: Peter Sellers, Shirley MacLaine, Melvyn Douglas, Jack Warden
Runtime130 min
Rating12
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A simple-minded gardener named Chance has spent all his life in the Washington D.C. house of an old man. When the man dies, Chance is put out on the street with no knowledge of the world except what he has learned from television.
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Being There (1979) is a critically acclaimed comedy-drama directed by Hal Ashby. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Peter Sellers' iconic performance as the simple-minded gardener Chance. With an IMDb rating of 8.1 and a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, Being There has been widely praised for its nuanced social commentary and Sellers' standout portrayal.
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Being There (1979), directed by the acclaimed Hal Ashby, is a delightfully quirky and thought-provoking comedy that showcases Peter Sellers' exceptional talent in a role that perfectly suits his comedic genius. Viewers who appreciate clever, character-driven stories and enjoy exploring the intersection of satire and social commentary will find this film a unique and highly engaging experience.
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Being There is a 1979 American satirical comedy-drama film starring Peter Sellers, Shirley MacLaine, and Melvyn Douglas. Directed by Hal Ashby, it is based on the 1970 novel Being There by Jerzy Kosiński, and adapted for the screen by Kosiński and the uncredited Robert C. Jones. Jack Warden, Richard Dysart, and Richard Basehart are featured in support.
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