They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
1969
In the midst of the Great Depression, manipulative emcee Rocky enlists contestants for a dance marathon offering a $1,500 cash prize. Among them are a failed actress, a middle-aged sailor, a delusional blonde and a pregnant girl.
Director:
Sydney Pollack
Writers:
Horace McCoy, James Poe, Robert E. Thompson
Awards:
Won 1 Oscar. 11 wins & 25 nominations total
Production:
Sydney Pollack
Country:
United States