Magnolia

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100
Total warning time: 5m 27s
Sex/Nudity: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 (1m 32s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:45:23 - 00:46:10] A character is shown in a sexual situation with nudity.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:22:45 - 01:23:30] Brief scene with partial nudity in a non-sexual context.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸก 65/100 (1m 33s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:30:12 - 00:31:05] Characters are shown using cocaine.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:15:20 - 01:16:00] A character is seen drinking alcohol excessively.
Violence: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (1m 35s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:55:40 - 00:56:30] A character is involved in a violent altercation.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:40:15 - 01:41:00] Emotional and psychological violence depicted.
Strong Language: ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 (47s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [00:10:05 - 00:10:15] Multiple uses of strong profanity.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 [01:05:33 - 01:06:10] Frequent use of strong language in a heated argument.
Magnolia
Year: 1999
Certificate: R
Runtime: 188 min
Genre: Drama
IMDB: 8
Meta Score: 77
Votes: 289742
Gross: 22,455,976
Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
Stars: Tom Cruise, Jason Robards, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman
Overview: An epic mosaic of interrelated characters in search of love, forgiveness, and meaning in the San Fernando Valley.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of Magnolia (1999)?
A: Magnolia is a complex, interwoven narrative that follows the lives of several characters in the San Fernando Valley over the course of one day. The film explores themes of regret, forgiveness, and coincidence, as the characters' lives intersect in unexpected ways.
Q: Who directed Magnolia (1999)?
A: Magnolia was written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, known for his intricate storytelling and ensemble casts in films like Boogie Nights and There Will Be Blood.
Q: What role does Tom Cruise play in Magnolia?
A: Tom Cruise plays Frank T.J. Mackey, a charismatic and misogynistic motivational speaker who teaches men how to seduce women. His character undergoes significant development as he confronts his troubled past and estranged father.
Q: What is the significance of the raining frogs scene in Magnolia?
A: The raining frogs scene is a surreal and symbolic moment in the film, representing divine intervention or a biblical plague. It serves as a climax where the characters' lives are profoundly affected, emphasizing themes of fate and redemption.
Q: Did Magnolia receive any Academy Award nominations?
A: Yes, Magnolia received three Academy Award nominations: Best Original Screenplay for Paul Thomas Anderson, Best Supporting Actor for Tom Cruise, and Best Original Song for 'Save Me' by Aimee Mann.