It’s hard to deny that *Midnight Cowboy* is a remarkable film. I’ve often noticed it appearing in online discussions and those curated “favorites” lists on Letterboxd, but thankfully I went into it without any prior knowledge, which I think always makes for the ideal viewing experience. The only thing I was aware of beforehand was Dustin Hoffman's presence; I wasn't even certain it was Jon Voight in the lead role…

Dustin Hoffman delivers a truly remarkable performance as “Ratso,” making this my favorite of his roles. He’s paired with "Buck," a stylish but inexperienced man who comes to New York intending to make money, only to find himself being paid by the woman he's supposed to be servicing! Initially, “Ratso” takes advantage of someone just as naive, but over time they begin to rely on each other—a fortunate development for…

The famous line “I’m walking here! I'm walking here!” comes to mind—though the delivery felt a bit labored, maybe. Dustin Hoffman consistently demonstrates his talent for fully embodying his roles; he simply disappears into them. He has a real skill in performing that distinctive, rumbling cough. It was so realistic while watching that I actually put on a surgical mask, just as a precaution. Voight is predictab…