1960s cinema

The 1960s was a transformative decade for cinema, marked by significant shifts in style, themes, and audience engagement. Filmmakers began exploring more complex narratives and social issues, reflecting the cultural upheaval of the era, including civil rights, anti-war sentiments, and counterculture movements. Notable films included "Easy Rider," which symbolized the youth revolution, and "The Graduate," highlighting generational tensions. This period also saw the rise of influential directors like Stanley Kubrick and Francis Ford Coppola, as well as the New Hollywood movement, which emphasized artistic expression and challenged traditional studio systems, paving the way for modern filmmaking.