One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

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Paul Gambaccini continues his history of the Oscars, as he examines the first post-war film to win all five of the major Academy Awards. Milos Foreman (Best Director) reveals how 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' (Best Picture) reflected his views on the Iron Curtain and how the script (Best Writing, Screenplay Adapted From Other Material) came to influence mental health care in America. Meanwhile, Louise Fletcher (Best Actress in a Leading Role) recalls the experience of working alongside the mixed cast of amateurs and professionals like Jack Nicholson (Best Actor in a Leading Role). Producers: Paul Kobrak and Sara Jane Hall First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2008.