Cast: Jane Fonda

Direction Arthur Penn

Cast Marlon Brando · Robert Redford · Angie Dickinson · Jane Fonda

Synopsis The Chase (1966) is a gripping tale set in a small town that becomes a hotbed of tension when a notorious local criminal manages to break out of prison. The escape triggers a wave of anxiety among the residents, who...

Direction Delphine Seyrig

Cast Jenny Agutter · Juliet Berto · Ellen Burstyn · Candy Clark

Synopsis Sois belle et tais-toi (1981) delves into the experiences of renowned actresses as they candidly discuss their roles within the film industry and the pervasive expectation to prioritize beauty over substance, often being told to "be beautiful and shut up."...

Direction Alberto Grifi · Massimo Sarchielli

Cast Anna · Raoul Calabrò · Pilar Castel · Stefano Cattarossi

Synopsis Anna (1975) delves into the life of Anna, a young woman struggling with drug addiction, who is rescued from the streets by one of the filmmakers. The documentary aims to shed light on societal issues through the lens of the...

Direction Aaron Sorkin · Alan Poul · Greg Mottola · Lesli Linka Glatter

Cast Jeff Daniels · Emily Mortimer · John Gallagher Jr. · Alison Pill

Synopsis The Newsroom (TV Series) (2012) offers an intimate glimpse into the inner workings of a nightly cable news program. The narrative revolves around a seasoned network anchor (Jeff Daniels) and his newly appointed executive producer (Emily Mortimer), along with a...

Direction Leslie Greif · Mimi Freedman

Cast Marlon Brando · Robert Duvall · Martin Scorsese · Al Pacino

Synopsis Brando (TV) (2007) delves into the life and career of the legendary Marlon Brando, offering a fresh perspective on the iconic actor. This documentary explores Brando's distinctive voice, striking appearance, and eccentric personality, while also delving into the intricate inner...

Direction Sydney Pollack

Cast Jane Fonda · Michael Sarrazin · Susannah York · Red Buttons

Synopsis They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969) is set against the grim backdrop of the 1930s, where dance marathons emerged as a desperate means for individuals to vie for prize money. These grueling events could last for weeks, with participants enduring...

Direction Mark Rydell

Cast Henry Fonda · Katharine Hepburn · Jane Fonda · Doug McKeon

Synopsis On Golden Pond (1981) is a heartwarming film adaptation of Ernest Thompson's successful Broadway play, which he also penned the screenplay for. The story revolves around Norman Thayer Jr (Henry Fonda) and his steadfast wife Ethel (Katharine Hepburn) as they...

Direction Gene Saks

Cast Robert Redford · Jane Fonda · Charles Boyer · Mildred Natwick

Synopsis Barefoot in the Park (1967) is a delightful adaptation of Neil Simon's renowned Broadway comedy, focusing on a newlywed couple navigating the challenges of married life. Paul Bratter, portrayed by Robert Redford, is a meticulous and conservative young lawyer, while...

Direction Susan Lacy

Cast Jane Fonda · Tom Hayden · Robert Redford · Lily Tomlin

Synopsis Jane Fonda in Five Acts (2018) delves into the multifaceted journey of a renowned figure in Hollywood, exploring her acting career, entrepreneurial ventures, and her significant impact on social and political issues. The documentary provides an intimate look at the...

Direction Jennifer Siebel Newsom

Cast Nancy Pelosi · Condoleezza Rice · Jane Fonda · Geena Davis

Synopsis Miss Representation (2011) exposes a stark reality that permeates our daily lives but often goes unnoticed. While it's evident that mainstream media objectifies women, the extent of this issue and how it affects self-perception—leading to a symbolic annihilation of self-worth—is...

Direction Paolo Sorrentino

Cast Michael Caine · Harvey Keitel · Rachel Weisz · Paul Dano

Synopsis Youth (2015) follows the narrative of Fred Ballinger (Michael Caine), a renowned orchestra conductor, as he takes a vacation at an Alpine hotel with his daughter Lena and his friend Mick, a director grappling with the completion of his latest...

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 Hal Ashby

Cast Jon Voight · Jane Fonda · Bruce Dern · Robert Carradine

Synopsis Coming Home (1978) follows the story of Sally Hyde, the wife of a U.S. Army Captain deployed to Vietnam. Left alone, Sally finds purpose volunteering at a nearby veterans' hospital. There, she reconnects with Luke Martin, a former high school...

Direction Edward Dmytryk

Cast Laurence Harvey · Capucine · Jane Fonda · Anne Baxter

Synopsis Walk on the Wild Side (1962) unfolds in the vibrant and sultry atmosphere of a 1930s New Orleans bordello known as the Doll House. Hallie, the establishment's star attraction, captivates both clients and Jo, the madame. Her seemingly tranquil yet...

Direction James Bridges

Cast Michael Douglas · Jane Fonda · Jack Lemmon · Scott Brady

Synopsis The China Syndrome (1979) follows a tenacious journalist, Kimberly Wells, who stumbles upon a catastrophic event while investigating alternative energy sources. During her reporting, she witnesses a major accident at a nuclear power plant. Driven by her commitment to truth,...

Direction Jean-Luc Godard · Jean-Pierre Gorin · Groupe Dziga Vertov

Cast Yves Montand · Jane Fonda · Vittorio Caprioli · Elizabeth Chauvin

Synopsis Tout va bien (All's Well) (1972) follows Susan, an American journalist working as a French correspondent for a radio network, and her husband, Jacques, a former prominent filmmaker of the French New Wave, now creating television commercials. When Susan visits...

Direction Marta Kauffman · Howard J. Morris · Arlene Sanford · Dean Parisot

Cast Jane Fonda · Lily Tomlin · Martin Sheen · Sam Waterston

Synopsis Grace and Frankie (TV Series) (2015) follows the unexpected journey of two women who discover that their husbands have been secretly involved in a romantic relationship for two decades. As they grapple with this revelation, the women, who already have...

Direction Lee Daniels

Cast Forest Whitaker · Oprah Winfrey · David Oyelowo · Cuba Gooding Jr.

Synopsis The Butler (2013) follows the remarkable journey of Cecil Gaines, a dedicated White House butler who, much like the real-life Eugene Allen, served eight American Presidents over three decades. The film chronicles Cecil's life, from his humble beginnings as a...

Direction Hugh Munro Neely

Cast Jane Fonda · Frances Dee · Kitty Carlisle · Molly Haskell

Synopsis Complicated Women (TV) (2003) delves into the cinematic landscape from the dawn of the talkies through the end of 1934, a period marked by the Hays Office's clampdown on perceived immorality in Hollywood films. Narrated by Jane Fonda, the documentary...

Direction Gene Feldman · Suzette Winter

Cast Lauren Bacall · Jane Fonda · Audrey Hepburn · Jack Lemmon

Synopsis Gregory Peck: His Own Man (1988) presents an intimate and engaging narrative of one of Hollywood's most beloved and enduring stars. Through his personal recollections, the documentary explores the golden age of cinema when studios held sway, and chronicles the...