Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Dwayne Johnson’s Idol Clint Eastwood’s Political Rollercoaster: The Mayor You Never Knew
While Clint Eastwood is known for his unmatched accomplishments in the realm of acting and directing, the Hollywood icon was also a force of nature in the field of politics. Like some other major Hollywood figures, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Unforgiven Star took an interest in running for mayor in his hometown Carmel-by-the-Sea in California…
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Behind the Scenes Horrors: Clint Eastwood’s Co-star Survived Poisoning and Strangulation in 1966 Western
Clint Eastwood is one of Hollywood’s most masterful and skilled directors, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t acted in several iconic films as well. This included his legendary role as Blondie in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Unfortunately, one of his co-stars in the film suffered a lot during the filming process and…
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Mogambo’s Unseen Battle: John Wayne’s Defiant Stance Against an ‘Idiot’ in Hollywood
Very few actors in Hollywood history can compare to the might of John Wayne, a performer who was as much a cultural icon as he was a star of the silver screen. Making the western genre shine throughout the 20th century alongside such names as Clint Eastwood, Gary Cooper and James Stewart, Wayne remains a…
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More Than a Spaghetti Western: John Wayne’s Fiercest Showdown in Hollywood Revealed
John Wayne was hailed as one of the greatest actors for well over three decades, as he became the biggest name in the Spaghetti Western genre, acting in films such as El Dorado, and The Longest Day. Despite that, the actor also had his fair share of controversies. John Wayne Was A Highly Controversial Actor…
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Timeless Classics: 9 John Wayne Films Attain ‘Significant’ Status in the Esteemed Archives of the Library of Congress
John Wayne – Actor John Wayne starred in a wide assortment of movies primarily rooted in the Western and war genres. He had a signature walk and a slow, booming voice that commanded moviegoers’ attention. However, only nine of Wayne’s movies were selected for the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being…
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The Unyielding John Wayne: A Blunt Critique on the Evolving Movie Landscape and the Actor’s Displeasure with Political Interference
In 1949, John Wayne was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in Allan Dwan’s war film “Sands of Iwo Jima.” Despite several thoughtful antiwar films that preceded it — specifically “All Quiet on the Western Front” and “The Best Years of Our Lives” — “Iwo Jima” came at a time…
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The Reverence for John Wayne’s ‘The Searchers’—A Timeless Cinematic Influence Before Every Spielberg Masterpiece
Steven Spielberg, the maestro of the cinematic medium, is one of the true icons of the American film industry. The kind of modern blockbuster has immortalised himself in the long history of Hollywood with an unrivalled ability to deliver movies of the highest quality with the additional bonus of drawing vast audiences from across the…
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Clint Eastwood’s Fortunate Encounters with Love—Delve into the Lives of the Two Women Who Shaped the ‘Gran Torino’ Star’s Heart
When you hear the name Clint Eastwood, you first think about his incredible film resume. However, the Hollywood star should also be known for being a family man, who has been married to two incredible women. The Oscar winner first tied the knot to Maggie Johnson in 1953 following a blind date. Throughout their nearly…
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Will Hutchins’ Remarkable Encounter as a ‘Gunsmoke’ Guest Star, Where Playing a Cop in Clint Eastwood’s Film Led to a Mistaken Identity
Gunsmoke” guest star Will Hutchins told A World On Westerns podcast that he remembered James Arness for his giant statue. Hutchins, who said he was 6-foot-1, talked about tall actors and recalled 6-foot-7, 235-pound James Arness for host Rob Word. The two worked on one “Gunsmoke” episode (“Blind Man’s Bluff” in 1963) together. Hutchins said…
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When Legends Collide: Burt Reynolds’ Valiant but Unsuccessful Attempt to Rival Clint Eastwood in Western Cinema
Gunsmoke actor Burt Reynolds had a wonderful career that extended into becoming a sex symbol. He knew that he wanted a career in entertainment, but he initially had some difficulties figuring out exactly what kind of roles he would play. Reynolds initially tried to pursue a path similar to Clint Eastwood’s Western path, although it…
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