Movies About The Sandwich Generation

From Joseph L. Mankiewicz, starring Bette Davis, Anne Baxter, George Sanders, Celeste Holm
Rated Passed

All About Eve is an Academy Award–winning 1950 American drama film directed and written by Joseph L. Mankiewicz. It stars Bette Davis as Margo Channing, a highly regarded theater actress, and Anne Baxter as Eve Harrington, a young and ambitious fan who maneuvers her way into Channing's life. Other key players in the film include Gary Merrill, Celeste Holm, George Sanders, and Marilyn Monroe in one of her earliest roles. The film follows the story of Margo Channing, a well-known Broadway actress whose career is beginning to fade. Eve Harrington arrives backstage one night, claiming to be an avid fan of Margo's. Margo allows Eve to stay with her, and soon Eve begins to manipulate her way into Margo's life, creating tensions between Margo and her friends and eventually taking over Margo's life. In the end, Margo is able to expose Eve's true intentions, but is left feeling broken by the experience. All About Eve is viewed as a classic of the Golden Age of Hollywood. It received critical acclaim upon its release and was nominated for 14 Academy Awards, eventually winning six, including Best Picture. The film is also noted for its sharp dialogue and the performances of its cast

From Federico Fellini, starring Marcello Mastroianni, Anouk Aimée, Claudia Cardinale, Sandra Milo
Rated Not Rated

8½ is Federico Fellini's masterpiece about a film director struggling to find his muse in the midst of chaos. Guido Anselmi (Marcello Mastroianni) is a director whose artistic vision is at odds with the demands of the film industry. To cope with his creative and personal anxieties, Guido retreats into his fantasies and memories of the past. As he struggles to write a new script, he is constantly interrupted by colorful characters from his life, including an actress, a journalist, an ex-lover, and a spiritual advisor. Through these encounters and his own inner turmoil, Guido discovers what it means to be an artist and to create meaningful work. 8½ is a surreal exploration of creativity, loneliness, and the human condition.

From Mike Nichols, starring Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, George Segal, Sandy Dennis
Rated Not Rated

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf is a dark comedy-drama directed by Mike Nichols and starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. The film tells the story of a married couple, Martha and George, as they battle each other through a long night of verbal and psychological games. Throughout the evening, they invite a young couple, Nick and Honey, to their home to witness their dysfunctional relationship. As the night progresses, the couple's secrets are revealed, leading to the unraveling of the lies and manipulations that have kept them together. The film was a critical and commercial success, and it was nominated for 13 Academy Awards, winning five.

From Elia Kazan, starring Vivien Leigh, Marlon Brando, Kim Hunter, Karl Malden
Rated PG

A Streetcar Named Desire is a 1951 classic drama film directed by Elia Kazan, and adapted from the 1947 Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name by Tennessee Williams. The film stars Marlon Brando, Vivien Leigh, Kim Hunter and Karl Malden. The film tells the story of Blanche DuBois, a fading Southern belle who is forced to leave her home after her family's financial ruin. She arrives in New Orleans to stay with her older sister, Stella Kowalski, and her husband Stanley, who is a rough-mannered factory worker. Blanche soon discovers that Stanley is a violent and possessive man, and their relationship quickly deteriorates. Blanche discovers a brief glimmer of hope when she meets the sensitive young man, Mitch, yet their relationship is doomed by Stanley's cruel and controlling ways. In the end, Blanche is unable to find solace, and is forced to take a streetcar named Desire to an uncertain future.

From James Ivory, starring Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, John Haycraft, Christopher Reeve
Rated PG

The Remains of the Day is a 1993 British-American drama film directed by James Ivory, adapted from the novel of the same name by Kazuo Ishiguro. The film stars Anthony Hopkins as Stevens, an English butler, and Emma Thompson as Miss Kenton, a housekeeper, as they work in the great house of Darlington Hall. Stevens is a man who is deeply loyal to his employer and believes in the importance of good service. He takes great pride in his work, but is emotionally repressed, unable to express his true feelings. When Miss Kenton arrives, the two of them form a strong bond, although Stevens' loyalty to his employer ultimately keeps them apart. On a trip to the seaside, Stevens finally admits his feelings for Miss Kenton, but it is too late, and she leaves. Stevens returns to Darlington Hall and is forced to come to terms with the fact that he has devoted too much of his life to the service of others. The film ends on a hopeful note, with Stevens deciding to take a journey to finally make something of his life.

From John Huston, starring Humphrey Bogart, Katharine Hepburn, Robert Morley, Peter Bull
Rated PG

The African Queen is a 1951 adventure-romance film directed by John Huston. Set during World War I in German East Africa, the film stars Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn in the lead roles. The story follows a riverboat captain and a missionary as they join forces to defeat a German warship. Along the way, the two develop a romance and an unlikely friendship. Along with its stunning visuals, the film features an Academy Award-winning performance by Bogart, who won his only Oscars for the role. The African Queen is widely regarded as one of the classics of cinema and one of the best films ever made.

From James L. Brooks, starring Jack Nicholson, Helen Hunt, Greg Kinnear, Cuba Gooding Jr.
Rated PG-13

As Good as It Gets is a 1997 romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by James L. Brooks. It follows a misanthropic and obsessive-compulsive novelist, Melvin Udall (Jack Nicholson), as he struggles to overcome his mental and behavioral issues. He eventually finds love and connection with a waitress, Carol Connelly (Helen Hunt), and a gay artist, Simon Bishop (Greg Kinnear). Despite being an unlikely trio, they become close friends and help each other overcome their personal challenges. Through their relationship, they learn to be more understanding and accepting of themselves and those around them. The film received multiple Academy Awards and nominations, including Best Actor in a Leading Role (Jack Nicholson), Best Actress in a Leading Role (Helen Hunt), and Best Picture.

From David Fincher, starring Michael Douglas, Deborah Kara Unger, Sean Penn, James Rebhorn
Rated R

The Game is a 1997 psychological thriller film directed by David Fincher and starring Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, and Deborah Kara Unger. The film follows a wealthy investment banker, Nicholas Van Orton (Douglas), who is given a mysterious gift by his brother Conrad (Penn) on his 48th birthday. Unbeknownst to Van Orton, the gift is actually an intricate role-playing game that blurs the line between fantasy and reality. As he begins to play the game, Van Orton soon finds himself pursued by the police and thugs, and must use all of his wits and resources to stay alive and unravel the mystery behind the game. The film is a suspenseful exploration of the power of mind games, as Van Orton must use cunning and deception to survive.

From Sidney Lumet, starring Paul Newman, Charlotte Rampling, Jack Warden, James Mason
Rated R

The Verdict is a 1982 legal drama starring Paul Newman as Frank Galvin, an alcoholic and desperate attorney who takes on a medical malpractice case, despite being warned off by both his colleagues and the legal establishment. After the defendants refuse to settle, Galvin begins to uncover a web of corruption and conspiracy. With the help of an unlikely ally, Galvin battles the odds to bring justice to his clients and redeem himself in the process. The film was acclaimed upon its release, with Paul Newman earning an Academy Award nomination for his performance.

From Petter Næss, starring Per Christian Ellefsen, Sven Nordin, Marit Pia Jacobsen, Jørgen Langhelle
Rated R

Elling is a 2001 Norwegian comedy-drama film directed by Petter Næss, starring Per Christian Ellefsen and Sven Nordin. It is based on the books Brødre i blodet (Blood Brothers) and Mannen som elsket Yngve (The Man Who Loved Yngve) by Ingvar Ambjørnsen. The central characters are two mentally ill men, Elling and Kjell Bjarne, who live together in an apartment and are supported by a social worker. They are both awkward and socially challenged, but they form an unlikely and enduring friendship. The film follows their lives as they try to overcome their challenges and fit in with the world around them. They experience a number of mishaps and misunderstandings, but ultimately they are able to find their place in society. Along the way, they learn important lessons about friendship, acceptance, and living life to the fullest.

From Stanley Kubrick, starring James Mason, Shelley Winters, Sue Lyon, Gary Cockrell
Rated Not Rated

Lolita is a 1962 film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on the classic novel of the same name by Vladimir Nabokov. The film follows the story of Humbert Humbert (James Mason), a middle-aged literature professor who becomes infatuated with Dolores Haze (Sue Lyon), better known as Lolita, a teenage girl. Despite his affection for the young girl, Humbert is unable to contain his desire to possess her, and the two embark on a twisted love affair that is both seductive and dangerous. As the story progresses, Lolita's mother Charlotte (Shelley Winters) enters the picture, further complicating the situation. In the end, Lolita must come to terms with the dangerous reality of Humbert's love and its consequences.

From Alexander Payne, starring Paul Giamatti, Thomas Haden Church, Virginia Madsen, Sandra Oh
Rated R

Sideways tells the story of two middle-aged men, Miles and Jack, who take a week-long road trip to the Santa Ynez Valley in California to celebrate Jack's upcoming wedding. Along the way, they are joined by Maya, a waitress at a local winery, and Stephanie, a friend of Jack's fiancée. As they visit wineries, play golf and drive around, Miles and Jack confront the changes in their lives and their friendship. Miles, a struggling writer, has failed to publish his novel, while Jack is struggling with his impending wedding and getting older. As the week progresses, Miles and Jack must confront the issues that are holding them back in order to move on with their lives.

From Mike Leigh, starring Jim Broadbent, Ruth Sheen, Lesley Manville, Oliver Maltman
Rated PG-13

From Dean Parisot, starring Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, Tony Shalhoub
Rated PG

From James Ivory, starring Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Vanessa Redgrave, Helena Bonham Carter
Rated PG

From Richard Eyre, starring Cate Blanchett, Judi Dench, Andrew Simpson, Tom Georgeson
Rated R

From Marc Evans, starring Alan Rickman, Sigourney Weaver, Carrie-Anne Moss, Emily Hampshire
Rated Not Rated

From James L. Brooks, starring Shirley MacLaine, Debra Winger, Jack Nicholson, Danny DeVito
Rated PG

From Jason Reitman, starring George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick, Jason Bateman
Rated R

From Richard J. Lewis, starring Paul Giamatti, Rosamund Pike, Jake Hoffman, Macha Grenon
Rated R

From Alexander Payne, starring George Clooney, Shailene Woodley, Amara Miller, Nick Krause
Rated R

From Woody Allen, starring Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Jerry Adler, Lynn Cohen
Rated PG

From Robert Benton, starring Paul Newman, Bruce Willis, Jessica Tandy, Melanie Griffith
Rated R

From Noah Baumbach, starring Owen Kline, Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, Jesse Eisenberg
Rated R

From Lewis Gilbert, starring Michael Caine, Julie Walters, Michael Williams, Maureen Lipman
Rated PG