Midnight Cowboy (1969), directed by John Schlesinger, is a groundbreaking drama that follows the story of Joe Buck, a naive Texan played by Jon Voight, who moves to New York City with dreams of becoming a successful gigolo. However, the harsh realities of urban life quickly shatter his illusions, and he forms an unlikely friendship with Ratso Rizzo, a sickly con man portrayed by Dustin Hoffman. As the two struggle to survive on the fringes of society, their bond deepens, revealing the vulnerability and desperation of their lives. Midnight Cowboy is renowned for its raw depiction of loneliness, poverty, and the American Dream gone awry, making it a landmark film in American cinema.
Midnight Cowboy
