Writing
James Bridges
Born February 3, 1936 · Paris, Arkansas, U.S.
Died June 6, 1993 · aged 57
James Bridges (February 3, 1936 – June 6, 1993) was an American screenwriter, film director, producer, and actor. He was a two-time Oscar nominee: once for Best Original Screenplay for The China Syndrome and once for Best Adapted Screenplay for The Paper Chase. Description above from the Wikipedia article James Bridges, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Known For
The China Syndrome · 1979The China Syndrome
★ 7.11979
MovieDramaThriller
While doing a series of reports on alternative energy sources, opportunistic reporter Kimberly Wells witnesses an accident at a nuclear power plant. Wells is determined to publicize the incident, but soon finds herself entangled in a sinister conspiracy to keep the full impact of the incident a secret.
White Hunter, Black Heart · 1990White Hunter, Black Heart
★ 6.41990
MovieAdventureDrama
Renowned filmmaker John Wilson travels to Africa to direct a new movie, but constantly leaves to hunt elephants and other game, to the dismay of his cast and crew. He eventually becomes obsessed with hunting down and killing one specific elephant.
Bright Lights, Big City · 1988Bright Lights, Big City
★ 5.71988
MovieDramaRomance
A disillusioned young writer living in New York City turns to drugs and drinking to block out the memories of his dead mother and estranged wife.
Colossus: The Forbin Project · 1970Colossus: The Forbin Project
★ 7.01970
MovieScience FictionThriller
The U.S. has handed over control of its nuclear defense system to the Colossus supercomputer designed by scientist Dr. Charles Forbin. It soon becomes clear, that the now-sentient Colossus is far more intelligent than its creator realized—with the fate of the world hanging in the balance.
Urban Cowboy · 1980Urban Cowboy
★ 6.51980
MovieDramaRomance
After moving to Pasadena, Texas, country boy Bud Davis starts hanging around a bar called Gilley's, where he falls in love with Sissy, a cowgirl who believes the sexes are equal. They eventually marry, but their relationship is turbulent due to Bud's traditional view of gender roles. Jealousy over his rival leads to their separation, but Bud attempts to win Sissy back by triumphing at Gilley's mechanical bull-riding competition.
Faces · 1968Faces
★ 7.11968
MovieDrama
Middle-aged suburban husband Richard abruptly tells his wife, Maria, that he wants a divorce. As Richard takes up with a younger woman, Maria enjoys a night on the town with her friends and meets a younger man. As the couple and those around them confront a seemingly futile search for what they've lost -- love, excitement, passion -- this classic American independent film explores themes of aging and alienation.
The Paper Chase · 1973The Paper Chase
★ 6.81973
MovieDrama
A first-year law student struggles with balancing his coursework and his relationship with the daughter of a stern professor.
The Appaloosa · 1966The Appaloosa
★ 6.41966
MovieWestern
A man tries to recover a horse stolen from him by a Mexican bandit.
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