KnowraThe GraduateLinked fromLinked fromThe 11 pages that link to The Graduate, each with the reason it gives.All 11Broader topic 4Related 5Compared with 2Motion Picture Production CodeBroader topic: Its sexual frankness reflects the loosening restrictions of the Code's final years.Mike NicholsBroader topic: Its success established Nichols as a major film director and brought him an Academy Award.American New WaveBroader topic: Its modern soundtrack and alienated protagonist captured a new sensibility.Dustin HoffmanRelated: Hoffman’s breakthrough role made his awkward, watchful screen presence widely recognizable.Anne BancroftRelated: Bancroft’s performance as Mrs. Robinson became one of her best-known screen roles.Elaine MayCompared with: Nichols’s solo directing success shows the parallel film career of May’s longtime comedy partner.Erotic filmBroader topic: Its sexual tension and suggestive imagery helped bring adult themes into mainstream American cinema.The Last Picture ShowCompared with: Its suburban alienation provides a sharp contrast to Sonny’s small-town entanglements.Simon & GarfunkelRelated: Its use of their songs, especially “Mrs. Robinson,” linked the duo with a landmark film.Ben StillerRelated: Stiller made his film debut as a child in this movie, in an uncredited role.David DuchovnyRelated: Duchovny’s early screen appearance was a minor role in this film.