Cast: Meryl Streep

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Woody Allen · Diane Keaton · Mariel Hemingway · Michael Murphy

Synopsis Manhattan (1979) follows the intricate romantic entanglements of Isaac, a writer navigating the complexities of his personal life. His former spouse is penning a memoir that delves into their private moments, adding to his emotional turmoil. Despite being involved with...

Direction Michael Cimino

Cast Robert De Niro · Christopher Walken · Meryl Streep · John Savage

Synopsis The Deer Hunter (1978) chronicles the journey of a close-knit group of steelworkers from a Pennsylvania foundry as they transition from the serene hunting landscapes of the Alleghenies to the brutal and life-altering experiences of the Vietnam War. The film...

Direction David E. Kelley · Jean-Marc Vallée · Andrea Arnold

Cast Reese Witherspoon · Nicole Kidman · Shailene Woodley · Alexander Skarsgård

Synopsis Big Little Lies (TV Series) (2017) is a gripping drama that spans two seasons and 14 episodes, adapted from Liane Moriarty’s acclaimed novel. The series delves into the lives of three mothers—played by Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, and Shailene Woodley—whose...

Direction Ken Burns · Lynn Novick

Cast Patricia Clarkson · Jeff Daniels · Mary-Louise Parker · Keri Russell

Synopsis Hemingway (TV Miniseries) (2021) delves into the meticulous journey of Ernest Hemingway as he crafted some of the most influential pieces of American literature. This three-episode series, which debuted on April 5 on PBS, offers an in-depth look at the...

Direction Clint Eastwood

Cast Meryl Streep · Clint Eastwood · Annie Corley · Victor Slezak

Synopsis The Bridges of Madison County (1995) tells the story of Francesca Johnson, a woman whose life takes an unexpected turn when a stranger named Robert Kincaid arrives at her Iowa farm in the summer of 1965. While her family is...

Direction Marvin J. Chomsky

Cast Michael Moriarty · Joseph Bottoms · Fritz Weaver · James Woods

Synopsis Holocaust (TV Miniseries) (1978) chronicles the harrowing journey of the Jewish Weiss family as they navigate the horrors of Nazi Germany. Each member of the Weiss family faces the brutal consequences of anti-Semitic Nazi policies, leading to their tragic demise,...

Direction Sydney Pollack

Cast Meryl Streep · Robert Redford · Klaus Maria Brandauer · Michael Kitchen

Synopsis Out of Africa (1985) is a cinematic adaptation of the memoir by Danish author Isak Dinesen, whose real name was Karen Blixen. The narrative follows Karen Blixen, a Danish noblewoman who enters into a marriage of convenience with her friend...

Direction Louie Schwartzberg

Cast Meryl Streep

Synopsis Wings Of Life (2011) takes viewers on a breathtaking journey into the natural world, highlighting the often-overlooked roles of winged creatures in sustaining life on Earth. This documentary delves into the intricate lives of butterflies, bees, and bats, showcasing their...

Direction Richard Shepard

Cast John Cazale · Al Pacino · Meryl Streep · Francis Ford Coppola

Synopsis I Knew It Was You: Rediscovering John Cazale (2009) delves into the remarkable acting prowess of John Cazale and takes viewers on a journey through the iconic films that shaped a cinematic era. From 1972 to 1978, Cazale's performances in...

Direction Alan J. Pakula

Cast Meryl Streep · Kevin Kline · Peter MacNicol · Rita Karin

Synopsis Sophie's Choice (1982) is set in 1947, where a young aspiring writer from the South, Stingo (Peter MacNicol), journeys to New York City to pursue his dreams. He settles into a modest Brooklyn boarding house and forms a bond with...

Direction Stephen Daldry

Cast Meryl Streep · Julianne Moore · Nicole Kidman · Ed Harris

Synopsis The Hours (2002) follows three women from different eras whose lives intersect through the pages of Virginia Woolf's seminal novel. In the 1950s, Laura Brown, a pregnant housewife, becomes captivated by "Mrs. Dalloway" while preparing for her husband's birthday party....

Direction Robert Benton

Cast Dustin Hoffman · Meryl Streep · Jane Alexander · JoBeth Williams

Synopsis Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) explores the complex dynamics of a family in turmoil when Joanna (Meryl Streep), a devoted wife and mother, walks out on her husband Ted (Dustin Hoffman), an advertising executive, and their young son, Billy (Justin Henry)....

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast Al Pacino · Meryl Streep · Emma Thompson · Patrick Wilson

Synopsis Angels in America (TV Miniseries) (2003) delves into the lives of a diverse cast of characters as they traverse the challenging landscape of 1980s New York City, a time marked by the emergence of the AIDS epidemic. Prior Walter (Justin...

Direction Spike Jonze · Lance Bangs

Cast Lance Bangs · Lynn Caponera · James Gandolfini · Spike Jonze

Direction Spike Jonze

Cast Nicolas Cage · Meryl Streep · Chris Cooper · Tilda Swinton

Synopsis Adaptation (2002) follows Charlie Kaufman (Cage), a screenwriter grappling with self-doubt in his professional and personal spheres, despite his initial triumph with an Academy Award®-nominated script. Tasked with adapting "The Orchid Thief," a true story about orchid enthusiast John Laroche...

Direction Greta Gerwig

Cast Saoirse Ronan · Timothée Chalamet · Emma Watson · Florence Pugh

Synopsis Little Women (2019) chronicles the lives of four adolescent sisters—Amy, Jo, Beth, and Meg—and their mother in the midst of the Civil War in Massachusetts. The narrative delves into their experiences with first love and the challenges they face during...

Direction Fred Zinnemann

Cast Jane Fonda · Vanessa Redgrave · Jason Robards · Maximilian Schell

Synopsis Julia (1977) delves into the narrative of a deep bond between two women and their clandestine activities against the Nazi regime during World War II. Initially presented as a factual account based on Lillian Hellman's experiences, the authenticity of her...

Direction Gary Leva

Cast Kathleen Kennedy · Richard LaGravenese · Clint Eastwood · Joel Cox

Synopsis An Old Fashioned Love Story: Making 'The Bridges of Madison County' (2008) chronicles the challenging journey and ultimate triumph of bringing this timeless romance to life on screen. Through conversations with Clint Eastwood, Meryl Streep, screenwriter Richard LaGravenese, and other...

Direction Jacob Bernstein · Nick Hooker

Cast Tom Hanks · Reese Witherspoon · Steven Spielberg · Meryl Streep

Synopsis Everything Is Copy (2015) delves into the multifaceted life and prolific career of renowned writer and filmmaker Nora Ephron. The documentary explores Ephron's journey, from her early days as a journalist to her acclaimed work in film and television. It...

Direction Nick Davis

Cast Meryl Streep · Peter Bogdanovich · Martin Scorsese · Spike Lee

Synopsis New York at the Movies (2002) invites viewers on an enchanting exploration of New York's rich cinematic heritage, guided by the esteemed Meryl Streep. This documentary delves into the storied history of filmmaking in the city that never sleeps, highlighting...