Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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A Western with Anti-War Resonance: ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales’ Echoes the Legacy of John Ford’s ‘The Searchers’
In the history of Hollywood, no figure was quite as reflective of their image, star persona, and stature in the industry as Clint Eastwood. While he is a tried and true action movie star, frequently playing gun-toting outlaws who defy the orders of society, Eastwood has aspired to deconstruct the archetypes of cops and cowboys…
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Clint Eastwood’s Mastery Elevates Him to the Status of ‘One of the Kings’
Standing off with John Wayne as the true king of the western cinema genre, Clint Eastwood is well worthy of his consideration, even if Wayne had perhaps laid the groundwork for his arrival in the 1960s. What Eastwood proved, though, was that he was far more than just ‘The Man With No Name’ as he…
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Long-Overdue Apology: Academy Acknowledges Mistreatment of Sacheen Littlefeather at 1973 Oscars, Featuring a Tense John Wayne Moment
Sacheen Littlefeather displayed incredible bravery at the 1973 Oscars. She ensured that the world would hear her powerful words, but it would come with backlash. The room certainly didn’t give her a warm welcome, and her career as an actor went down the drain. However, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences finally came…
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John Wayne’s Unannounced Visit to ‘The Tonight Show’ and His Courageous Fight Against Cancer
John Wayne once surprised Johnny Carson with a walk-on appearance on The Tonight Show, something not every Hollywood star could have gotten away with. Why did Wayne tell Carson he stopped by the show unannounced? And on what other stage did the two icons appear not long before Wayne’s death a few years later? Read…
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John Wayne’s Surprising Talent as a Chess Maestro, Reveling in Victories Against Admirers
John Wayne had many talents, besides being a leading man in westerns. One of his talents was being a great chess player. Not only would he use his chess skills to beat his fellow celebrities, but he would also challenge his fans. John Wayne invited many fans to play chess against him, usually resulting in…
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Hollywood’s Emotional Tango: Daniel Day-Lewis’ Love for Clint Eastwood, Yet Struggling with an Oscar-Winning Rival
Daniel Day-Lewis has established a stature and legacy in Hollywood that remains difficult to replicate. His filmography, accolades, and achievements speak for itself. Pushing himself in every role he has ever signed on for, the actor’s intensity is remarkable and awe-inspiring. Despite his prestigious foothold within the industry, the talent remains, at his core, a…
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Don Rickles’ Savage Insult Leaves Even Jim Carrey Stunned with ‘Lousy Actor’ Remark for Clint Eastwood
Having worked together in the past, Rickles took the best moment to put Eastwood on friendly blast. Ever since Hollywood was making a name for itself in the world with some of the best Western films in history, the name Clint Eastwood started to become synonymous with Western cinema. For more than half a decade…
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Unveiling Clint Eastwood’s Soft Heart: A Surprising Look Beyond the Tough Exterior
Clint Eastwood is primarily viewed as the quintessential “tough guy” in films. He’s the gun-slinger extraordinaire, the morally ambiguous protagonist in any gritty film you love to rewatch. He’s an idol, and for many, the picture of what it means to be a man. All of this considered you might be surprised that the…
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A Twist of Fate: Clint Eastwood’s Unexpected Hand in Propelling Jim Carrey to Hollywood Stardom
Even the biggest actors on the planet needed to start somewhere, and Jim Carrey was no different. By the time the mid-1990s had swung around, Carrey was one of the hottest acting properties in Hollywood, making a name for himself with his high-energy slapstick comedy as per the likes of Ace Ventura, The Mask and…
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Clint Eastwood, Quentin Tarantino, and Bruce Springsteen Illuminate Ennio Morricone’s Legacy in New Documentary Preview
Director Giuseppe Tornatore has released the trailer for his upcoming documentary on the famous Italian film composer Ennio Morricone. The highly anticipated feature is set to debut in select US theatres on February 9th, 2024. Titled Ennio, the movie explores Morricone’s illustrious career, from his early collaborations with Sergio Leone to his Academy Award-winning score…
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