One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

In this 1975 classic, Jack Nicholson delivers a compelling performance as Randle McMurphy, a rebellious inmate who fakes insanity to serve his sentence in a mental institution rather than a prison. The film explores the dynamics between McMurphy and the oppressive Nurse Ratched, played by Louise Fletcher, as he inspires fellow patients to challenge the authoritarian rule. Directed by Miloš Forman, the movie is a poignant commentary on individuality and institutional control. It won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and acting awards for both Nicholson and Fletcher. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.