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January 31, 1982 - The Border Premiered

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On this day, January 31, 1982, the drama The Border premiered in theaters. Directed by Tony Richardson, the film starred Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, Valerie Perrine, Elpidia Carrillo, and Warren Oates in a gritty exploration of corruption, morality, and immigration issues along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Jack Nicholson delivered a powerful performance as Charlie Smith, a Border Patrol agent torn between his sense of duty and the corrupt system he’s a part of. Despite its modest box office performance, grossing $6.1 million against a $22 million budget, The Border earned praise for its compelling story and socially conscious themes.

Fun Fact: The film’s score was composed by Ry Cooder, whose work added an authentic and evocative atmosphere to the movie.

Trivia Question: Which Jack Nicholson film, released the same year as The Border, earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor?
 
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