The Dead

Director: John Huston
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John Huston's Oscar-nominated drama, starring Anjelica Huston.

Gabriel and Gretta Conroy (Donal McCann and Anjelica Huston), a young couple in early 1900s Dublin, are enjoying a holiday party when Gretta suddenly has poignant memories of a deceased former love. The shattering revelation of Gretta's secret past causes Gabriel to see his life – and all the world – in an entirely new light.

Awards

At the Academy Awards, The Dead received nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Costume Design. 

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