Isabel Archer (Nicole Kidman) is a free-thinking young American who travels to England to find herself. There, Isabel makes a connection with her sickly cousin, Ralph Touchett (Martin Donovan), who convinces his dying father to leave her a generous inheritance. But, Isabel's new wealth doesn't bring her the freedom she desires and, after making an unfortunate alliance with Madame Merle (Barbara Hershey), instead leads her into an unhappy marriage with Gilbert Osmond (John Malkovich). Directed by Jane Campion. With Viggo Mortensen, Mary-Louise Parker, Shelley Winters, Shelley Duvall and Christian Bale. Categories: Drama, Based on a Novel. Year: 1996.
Shelley Duvall in The Portrait of a Lady
Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), a frustrated writer and recovering alcoholic, takes a job as the caretaker of an isolated hotel in order to do some writing. Accompanied by his wife, Wendy (Shelley Duvall), and clairvoyant son, Danny (Danny Lloyd), Jack comes to learn the hotel's sinister history as he slips slowly into madness. When a storm cuts off communication with the outside world, Wendy tries to protect herself and Danny from a maniacal Jack, while Danny contends with horrific visions of a bloody slaughter. Directed by Stanley Kubrick. With Scatman Crothers. Categories: Horror, Thriller, Based on a Novel. Year: 1980.
Shelley Duvall in The Shining
Alvy Singer (Woody Allen), a neurotic comedian, examines the ups and downs of new love after ending his relationship with a ditsy aspiring actress (Diane Keaton). While trying to figure out what went wrong, Alvy journeys through his memories in New York City, often speaking directly to the audience. Directed by Woody Allen. With Tony Roberts, Carol Kane, Shelley Duvall and Christopher Walken. Category; Comedy, Romance. Year: 1977.
Shelley Duvall in Annie Hall