Midnight Cowboy
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Midnight Cowboy

Texas greenhorn Joe Buck arrives in New York for the first time. Preening himself as a real 'hustler', he finds that he is the one getting 'hustled' u...ntil he teams up with a down-and-out but resilient outcast named Ratso Rizzo. The initial 'country cousin meets city cousin' relationship deepens. In their efforts to bilk a hostile world rebuffing them at every turn, this unlikely pair progress from partners in shady business to comrades. Each has found his first real friend. Show More

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Title: Midnight Cowboy (1969)

Summary:
Welcome to the gritty streets of New York City in Midnight Cowboy, a landmark film that follows the journey of Texas newcomer Joe Buck. Filled with dreams of becoming a successful hustler, Joe quickly discovers that he is the one being taken advantage of. However, his luck changes when he befriends Ratso Rizzo, a resilient outcast struggling to survive.

As these two unlikely companions navigate a hostile world that consistently rejects them, their bond strengthens, evolving from business partners to genuine friends. Through their trials and tribulations, Joe and Ratso find solace in each other's company, ultimately forging an unbreakable friendship.

Midnight Cowboy is a poignant exploration of human connection and survival in an unforgiving city. Directed by John Schlesinger, the film captures the raw essence of 1960s New York, immersing audiences in its seedy underbelly and desperate characters. The performances of Jon Voight and Dustin Hoffman as Joe Buck and Ratso Rizzo, respectively, are captivating and heartfelt, bringing these complex characters to life on screen.

Prepare to embark on a profound journey of friendship and resilience against all odds as you experience the timeless classic that is Midnight Cowboy, a film that reminds us that sometimes, our first true friend is the one we least expect.

Also Known As:

Midnight Cowboy

Release Date:

16 Jun 1969

Writers:

Waldo Salt (screenplay), James Leo Herlihy (based on the novel by)

Awards:

Won 3 Oscars. Another 24 wins & 15 nominations.

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