Fargo is a 1996 film written and directed by brothers Joel and Ethan Coen. The plot of the film is an intricate and dark crime story that mixes thriller with elements of black comedy. PlotThe story begins in Minneapolis, Minnesota, when Jerry Lundegaard, played by William H. Macy, a used car salesman, hires two criminals, Carl Showalter (... (Read the full Tiiip)
Fargo is a 1996 film written and directed by brothers Joel and Ethan Coen. The plot of the film is an intricate and dark crime story that mixes thriller with elements of black comedy. PlotTh ...
Fargo is a 1996 film written and directed by brothers Joel and Ethan Coen. The plot of the film is an intricate and dark crime story that mixes thriller with elements of black comedy.
Plot
The story begins in Minneapolis, Minnesota, when Jerry Lundegaard, played by William H. Macy, a used car salesman, hires two criminals, Carl Showalter (Steve Buscemi) and Gaear Grimsrud (Peter Stormare), to kidnap his wife Jean (Kristin Rudrüd). Jerry hopes to get a ransom from his wealthy mother-in-law to solve his financial problems.
However, the plan goes awry when criminals kill three people during the kidnapping. The detective in charge of the case, Marge Gunderson (Frances McDormand), a pregnant woman, begins to investigate the incident. Her determination and intuition lead her to uncover the links between the various characters and solve the case.
The film is known for its icy atmosphere and Coen-typical black humor. Marge Gunderson emerges as one of cinema's most iconic protagonists, thanks to her affable personality and investigative acumen.
"Fargo" is a film that defies audience expectations, mixing comic elements with moments of tension and violence. It was critically acclaimed and won two Academy Awards, one for Best Actress in a Leading Role to Frances McDormand and the other for Best Original Screenplay to the Coen brothers. The film also inspired a successful television series
Cast
William H. Macy as Jerry Lundegaard
Steve Buscemi as Carl Showalter
Peter Stormare as Gaear Grimsrud
Frances McDormand as Marge Gunderson
Kristin Rudrüd as Jean Lundegaard
Harve Presnell as Wade Gustafson
John Carroll Lynch as Norm Gunderson
Steve Park as Mike Yanagita
Director
The film was directed by the Coen Brothers, Joel and Ethan Coen.
Writer
The screenplay for "Fargo" was written by Joel and Ethan Coen.
Producer
The film was produced by Ethan Coen.
Music By
The film's score was composed by Carter Burwell.
Awards
"Fargo" won two Academy Awards: one for Best Actress for Frances McDormand and another for Best Original Screenplay for the Coen Brothers. The film also received numerous other awards and nominations.
Box Office
"Fargo" grossed over $60 million worldwide and was both a critical and commercial success. The film has continued to be beloved by audiences and recognized as one of the Coen Brothers' masterpieces.
Fargo 
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