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Magnolia (1999)
Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
Cast: Tom Cruise, Philip Baker Hall, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Julianne Moore
8.0
82%Runtime189 min
Rating18
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On one random day in the San Fernando Valley, a dying father, a young wife, a male caretaker, a famous lost son, a police officer in love, a boy genius, an ex-boy genius, a game show host and an estranged daughter will each become part of a dazzling multiplicity of plots, but one story.
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Magnolia, the 1999 film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, is a critically acclaimed drama that follows multiple intersecting storylines in the San Fernando Valley. The film received an 8.0/10 rating on IMDb and an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating strong audience reception for its complex and ambitious narrative.
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Magnolia, Paul Thomas Anderson's 1999 ensemble drama, is a remarkable cinematic tapestry that interweaves the interconnected stories of a diverse set of characters, anchored by standout performances from Tom Cruise, Philip Baker Hall, and Julianne Moore. The film's bold visual style and thematic exploration of topics like regret, coincidence, and the human condition make it a must-watch for fans of thought-provoking, multi-layered narratives.
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Magnolia is a 1999 American drama film written, directed and co-produced by Paul Thomas Anderson. It stars an ensemble cast, including Jeremy Blackman, Tom Cruise, Melinda Dillon, Philip Baker Hall, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ricky Jay, William H. Macy, Alfred Molina, Julianne Moore, John C. Reilly, Jason Robards, and Melora Walters. The film is an epic mosaic of interrelated characters in search of happiness, forgiveness, and meaning in the San Fernando Valley. The script was inspired by the music of Aimee Mann, who contributed several songs to its soundtrack.
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