Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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The Paradox of Failure: Clint Eastwood’s ‘Ambush at Cimarron Pass’ and the Unexpected Rise from the Ashes
Clint Eastwood is an undisputed living legend in Hollywood. Over the course of nearly 70 years, Eastwood has built an award-winning array of performances and directorial efforts that only a handful of his peers have come close to. And at 93, the man is still working, with the upcoming Juror #2, which he is directing,…
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Clint Eastwood’s Feud with Burt Reynolds: The Untold Story of How It Sent Reynolds into Western Production Abyss
If you were an actor and Clint Eastwood told you to go work with a certain filmmaker on a Western, you would absolutely go wherever he told you to go. This was the case for Burt Reynolds, who was thrown way in over his head by the mid-60s Spaghetti Western, Navajo Joe. At the height…
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From Clint Eastwood to Jason Statham, 5 Hollywood Badass Who Would Never be a MCU Superhero
Clint Eastwood, Naomi Watts, Reese Witherspoon, Matt Damon, and Jason Statham are unlikely to join the MCU, given their unique artistic preferences and career paths. Hollywood has seen plenty of actors portray the quintessential “badass” character with their rugged charm, fearless personas, and no-nonsense approach to their roles. However, not every one of these tough-as-nails…
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33 Years After His Death, John Wayne Is a Bigger Movie Star Than George Clooney
Three decades have passed since the legendary John Wayne rode off into the cinematic sunset, yet his influence and star power endure, surpassing even contemporary Hollywood giants like George Clooney. In the 33 years since his death, John Wayne has become not just a movie star but a cultural icon, an enduring symbol of rugged…
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Beyond the Sunset: John Wayne’s Emotional Swan Song in ‘The Shootist’ and Timeless Quotes to Remember
Discovering and sharing John Wayne’s iconic quotes from “The Shootist” is a journey into the heart of timeless wisdom and cinematic brilliance. As we delve into this collection of motivational and famous quotes, we find ourselves captivated by the rugged charm and profound insights that defined John Wayne’s character in this classic Western film. “The…
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John Wayne’s Unfulfilled Dream to Bring ‘Gunsmoke’ Star James Arness to ‘The Alamo’
When John Wayne stepped behind the camera to film his passion project “The Alamo,” there was one actor he wanted to star alongside him – James Arness. But the “Gunsmoke” star never appeared in the movie for this very peculiar reason. According to IMDb, Wayne wanted to cast Arness as Texas founding father Sam Houston…
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Where in the West is James Arness? The Intriguing Saga of ‘Gunsmoke’s’ Legendary Sheriff
It’s time to get out of Dodge and visit some paths tread decades ago. Mount your horses and prepare for a wild ride revisiting the cast of Gunsmoke. Some call this sweeping western America’s very own Iliad and the Odyssey. For years, Saturday evenings belonged entirely to Gunsmoke. At the forefront of this massive program…
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Dust, Grit, and Innovation – John Wayne’s ‘Fight Dirty’ Legacy in the Transformation of Action Scenes
John Wayne’s “fight dirty” approach to his action scenes helped shape that movie fights were filmed. Wayne spent many years starring in so-called “Poverty Row” Westerns during the ’30s, where he honed his acting style and screen persona. This period also saw him appear in Haunted Gold, the closest thing to a horror movie Wayne…
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Clint Eastwood’s Controversial View on John Wayne’s Acting Mastery in ‘Red River’ and ‘The Searchers’
Clint Eastwood believes two of John Wayne’s best Western performances can be found in his work with director John Ford. Eastwood was one of the last movie stars to make his name off the back of Westerns. He claims this was never his intention, but the fact he looked good on a horse meant he…
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Clint Eastwood, 93, returns to the set for Juror No. 2—a cinematic marvel after 2021’s Cry Macho
On Wednesday, the director was seen filming his next movie, Juror No. 2, in Savannah, Georgia, with actors Nicholas Hoult and Toni Collette. Eastwood, 93, smiled behind the scenes while working with his crew members on set. Juror No. 2 will mark the Oscar winner’s first film since 2021’s Cry Macho. While Eastwood starred in…
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