One Flew Over the Cuckoo s Nest (1975)
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) is a classic film directed by Milos Forman, based on Ken Kesey’s novel. Set in a psychiatric hospital, the story follows Randle P. McMurphy (Jack Nicholson), a rebellious patient who feigns insanity to avoid a prison sentence. Inside the hospital, he clashes with Nurse Ratched (Louise Fletcher), a tyrannical authority figure. McMurphy’s spirit challenges the oppressive system, inspiring fellow patients to regain their autonomy. The film explores themes of freedom, power, and conformity, earning critical acclaim for its performances and direction, and sweeping the major Academy Awards.
