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Magnolia   1999         R, 185 min. Genre: Drama Director: Paul Thomas Anderson   Cast: Jason Robards, Julianne Moore, Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, John C. Reilly, William H. Macy, Philip Baker Hall, Melora Walters, Melinda Dillon, Michael Bowen   This film represents a finely tuned ensemble of quality acting. Set in the San Fernando Valley, the story draws parallels between its characters whose lives intertwine for brief periods. Tom Cruise's performance is a highlight, and he received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.