They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
1969
Not currently streaming on CaSTV
Synopsis
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.
Facts
Based on
They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
Awards
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture, BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role, National Board of Review: Top Ten Films, National Board of Review Award for Best Film
Setting
California
Filming location
Santa Monica
Production
American Broadcasting Company
Original language
English
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Locarno International Film Festival 2002 generic
- BAFTA Awards 1971 generic
- Academy Awards 1970 academy_award
- National Board of Review 1970 generic
