The Last Picture Show (1971)
Anarene, Texas, 1951. Nothing much has changed…
Storyline
High school seniors and best friends, Sonny and Duane, live in a dying Texas town. The handsome Duane is dating a local beauty, while Sonny is having an affair with the coach's wife. As graduation nears and both boys contemplate their futures, Duane eyes the army and Sonny takes over a local business. Each struggles to figure out if he can escape this dead-end town and build a better life somewhere else.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Last Picture Show |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 22, 1971 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, 1950s, small town, texas, black and white, new love, graduation, high school graduation, thoughtful, elopement, billiard hall, graduation present |
FAQ
What is The Last Picture Show about?
High school seniors and best friends, Sonny and Duane, live in a dying Texas town. The handsome Duane is dating a local beauty, while Sonny is having an affair with the coach's wife. As graduation nears and both boys contemplate their futures, Duane eyes the army and Sonny takes over a local business. Each struggles to figure out if he can escape this dead-end town and build a better life somewhere else.
When was The Last Picture Show released?
The Last Picture Show was released on Oct 22, 1971 (status: Released).
Who directed The Last Picture Show?
Peter Bogdanovich directed The Last Picture Show.
What is the TMDB rating of The Last Picture Show?
The Last Picture Show has a TMDB rating of 7.6/10 from 804 votes.