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Fargo

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Jerry Lundegaard is a car salesman in Minneapolis who has landed himself deep into debt. Desperate for money, he hires two inept crooks to kidnap his own wife in the hope that her wealthy father will pay the ransom, giving him enough cash to pay off his associates and clear his debts.

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William H. Macy
Jerry Lundegaard
Frances McDormand
Marge Gunderson
Steve Buscemi
Carl Showalter

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Awards

  • 1997 - Oscar - Best Picture - nominated
  • 1997 - Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role - winner
  • 1997 - Oscar - Best Actor in a Supporting Role - nominated
  • 1997 - Oscar - Best Director - nominated

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