The Last Picture Show

Columbia Pictures | Release Date: October 22, 1971

8.3	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 34 Ratings

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Compi24Apr 23, 2020

An unflinchingly honest, raw and saddening tale of adolescent existentialism, generational relations and the pitfalls of the American small town, "The Last Picture Show" is a thematically resonant tentpole of the New Hollywood movement, yetAn unflinchingly honest, raw and saddening tale of adolescent existentialism, generational relations and the pitfalls of the American small town, "The Last Picture Show" is a thematically resonant tentpole of the New Hollywood movement, yet one I still regard as a fitting testament to the notion that a movie can't succeed on thematic resonance alone. Granted, there's more at work here beyond that, it's still impossible to deny that all other elements take a back seat to the overall subtext at work. With this in mind, no single component takes more of a hit than the pacing. Combined with the fact that this is already a relatively quiet and subtle experience for most of its running time anyway, "The Last Picture Show's" deliberate cadence will be sure to try the patience of at least some viewers. When all is said and done, though, I'm also sure there'll be some sort of ethical/psychological/sociological kernel of knowledge that everyone will take away from the experience.… Expand

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Voodoo123Feb 19, 2023

This slow paced drama uses its superb ensemble cast well focusing primarily on the story of a young man navigating his small town life as he begins a sexual relationship with a middle aged married woman. There are some great plot points butThis slow paced drama uses its superb ensemble cast well focusing primarily on the story of a young man navigating his small town life as he begins a sexual relationship with a middle aged married woman. There are some great plot points but the slow paced dry direction and black and white photography did little to draw me into the world. Worth a watch just for the cast.… Expand

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AJ_13Jul 31, 2022

It really worked out for me until it's last third, when the pace starts to drag and you lose interest as Duane and Jacy hardly appear on screen. Some great performances and writing. Cybill Shepherd is a goddess.

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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021

A fabulous example of taking a two hour film and making it feel like we are visitors who have been transported to another place and time; a time which encompasses the span of several months without any dull character developments.  TheA fabulous example of taking a two hour film and making it feel like we are visitors who have been transported to another place and time; a time which encompasses the span of several months without any dull character developments.  The cinematography is spot-on gorgeous.… Expand

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