(1971) [Trailer]
Director: Hal Ashby (IMDB)
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Synopsis: Harold is a young rich eccentric who is obsessed with death. Maude is old and also a little out there. They meet and things happen... you get no more.
I heard a lot about this inspiring Wes Anderson and his film making and you definitely see that influence. There's a lot of similarities in the characters, humor, and story line. If you're a fan of his movies, especially Rushmore, I think you will really love this. The score is provided by Cat Stevens and it rules very much.
SPOILER START: I really enjoyed the ending of this film and found it to be a little thought provoking. Throughout the film Harold is constantly acting out suicide attempts and when he finally sees someone he loves actually take their own life, it changes him. I think the crashing of his car at the end is the final act of death for him and that's why he walks away happy and playing music. SPOILER END: You're welcome for the warning.
This is a great movie and I found it extremely entertaining, get up on it.
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