Last Picture Show / Nickelodeon

DVD; Drama

"The Last Picture Show": The brilliant study of life in a small Texas town during the 1950s, and how characters' lives intertwine. The story based on Larry McMurty's novel, follows the exploits of two high school football stars. Oscars(R) went to Ben Johnson (1971, Best Supporting Actor) and Cloris Leachman (1971, Best Supporting Actress) for sensitive performances. "Nickelodeon": Burt Reynolds And Ryan O'Neal star in this heartfelt valentine to the early days of moviemaking. O'Neal is the film director who literally stumbles into his job, and Reynolds is an overnight screen hero. Based on actual reminiscences of such veterans as Raoul Walsh and Allan Dwan. Commentary With Director Peter Bogdanovich, Discussion With Filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich, "'The Last Picture Show': A Look Back", Theatrical Re-Release Featurette, Original Theatrical Trailer.