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The Great Gatsby (1974)
Director: Jack Clayton
Cast: Robert Redford, Mia Farrow, Bruce Dern, Karen Black
Runtime144 min
Rating12A
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Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.
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The 1974 film adaptation of The Great Gatsby, directed by Jack Clayton, received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the lavish visuals and performances while others found it lacked the depth of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards but did not win any major awards. The film has a 50% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating a relatively positive audience reception.
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The Great Gatsby is a 1974 American historical romantic drama film based on the 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The film was directed by Jack Clayton, produced by David Merrick, and written by Francis Ford Coppola. It stars Robert Redford, Mia Farrow, Sam Waterston, Bruce Dern, and Karen Black. The plot concerns the interactions of writer Nick Carraway with enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby (Redford) and Gatsby's obsession to reunite with his former lover, Daisy Buchanan (Farrow), amid the riotous parties of the Jazz Age on Long Island near New York City.
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