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The Big Lebowski
1998 117 min United Kingdom, United States of America R 18+
★7.9
Comedy, Crime
Director: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
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Description
Jeffrey 'The Dude' Lebowski, a Los Angeles slacker who only wants to bowl and drink White Russians, is mistaken for another Jeffrey Lebowski, a wheelchair-bound millionaire, and finds himself dragged into a strange series of events involving nihilists, adult film producers, ferrets, errant toes, and large sums of money.
Budget:
$15M
US Gross:
$19.49M
Worldwide:
$47.01M
Starring
Jeff Bridges
Actor
John Goodman
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Julianne Moore
Actor
Awards
Berlin International Film Festival 1998
— Golden Bear
European Film Awards 1998
— Screen International Award
Key opinion
The Big Lebowski is widely regarded as a unique cult classic, celebrated for its witty dialogue, eccentric characters, and laid-back atmosphere. While some viewers initially find its chaotic plot and lowbrow humor off-putting, many discover that the film becomes increasingly rewarding and deeply endearing upon subsequent viewings.
| Acting | Jeff Bridges' iconic portrayal of 'The Dude' provides a perfect, grounded anchor for the film's eccentric ensemble cast. | |
| Cinematography | The cinematography and visual style are consistently praised for creating a vivid, memorable aesthetic that transcends traditional comedy. | |
| Screenplay | The script is lauded for its sharp, satirical, and highly quotable dialogue that effectively balances absurdity with profound character moments. | |
| Screenplay | The film's unconventional plot—which subordinates traditional narrative structure to comedic escapades—divides viewers; some find the resulting ambiguity refreshing and hypnotic, while others find it frustratingly aimless. | |
| Acting | John Goodman's performance as the volatile Walter Sobchak is polarizing, with some viewers finding him a hilarious highlight and others finding the character grating. |