Game Changers | One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

Miloš Forman
Mon 17 Nov 20:00

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest shows how one man’s struggle against a ruthless system can grow into a poignant indictment of authority and conformity. Based on Ken Kesey's influential novel, the film follows the rebellious R.P. McMurphy (Jack Nicholson), who pretends to be insane to escape forced labor, but within the walls of a psychiatric institution enters into a new, much more fundamental confrontation. 

There, his indomitable zest for life clashes with the cold, oppressive regime of Nurse Ratched, chillingly portrayed by Louise Fletcher. What begins as provocation grows into a collective cry for dignity, freedom, and humanity, a silent revolt within a closed system. 

The film became a cornerstone of 1970s American cinema and won the five major Oscars: Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, and Screenplay. Twan ​​Arts demonstrates why this Dutch film is a Game Changer.

PROGRAM
20:00 Masterclass (in Dutch)
20:45 Break
21:00 Screening of Simon

GAME CHANGERS
Every third Monday of the month, it's GAME CHANGERS at Natlab. On these evenings, an iconic film classic is screened. Prior to the screening, film lecturer Twan Arts presents a masterclass explaining what makes the chosen film a true game changer.

Game Changers | One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest
Direction
Miloš Forman
Cast
Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny DeVito
Duration
133 min
RELEASE
Thu 20 Nov
Year
1975
Country
United States
Language
English
Subtitles
Dutch

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