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- A: Yes, the movie is based on the novel of the same name by Larry McMurtry.
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Nov 20, 2023 · Overall, this movie is a great time capsule of 1980s family life and even a commentary on generational shifts in culture, as illustrated by Emma’s fish-out-of-water dinner experience in New York City with a group of divorced and childless working women.
Nov 24, 2023 · “Terms of Endearment,” initially rejected by studios that thought audiences wouldn’t want to see a movie in which a main character dies, was nominated for 11 Oscars.
Feb 25, 2024 · Theatrical release poster. Decided to start watching all of the Oscar best picture winners, in order. I hadn’t heard of some of these movies, some I love and have seen multiple times already and...
Nov 10, 2023 · Setting the template for the sort of tender funny-sad movie that would become a Hollywood staple, 1983’s “Terms of Endearment” is rooted in the experience of a Houston widow, Aurora Greenway...
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- Garin Pirnia
- James L. Brooks created Jack Nicholson’s astronaut character. In Larry McMurtry’s book, Aurora has a suitor who was 30 years older than her, which didn’t sit right with Brooks.
- Shirley MacLaine wanted to give Aurora a Texas accent. James L. Brooks had been looking for a fiftyish woman to play Aurora but couldn’t find the right woman—until legendary talent agent Sue Mengers mentioned Shirley MacLaine.
- Debra Winger based Emma on Norman Rockwell. “I do American characters,” Debra Winger told The Washington Post. “Norman Rockwell was the inspiration for most of Terms of Endearment.
- Burt Reynolds was originally cast to play Garrett Breedlove. Brooks had originally cast Burt Reynolds for the part of Garrett Breedlove, but Reynolds dropped out to star in another movie.
Nov 16, 2023 · Director James L. Brooks discusses the behind-the-scenes of the iconic film Terms of Endearment, including casting changes and the challenges faced in getting it made. Brooks explains why...
May 20, 2024 · Terms Of Endearment is undeniably a good movie. It's also an important film, winning an incredible 5 Academy Awards, including best picture, and earning the second-highest box office for 1983, only coming in second to Return of the Jedi.
