Tag: Hollywood
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Clint Eastwood Spills on His Unpleasant Movie—A Rare Peek Behind the Icon’s Curtain
Very few actors in the history of cinema can compare to the sheer cultural might of Clint Eastwood, with only a few American stars able to rub shoulders with the western icon, including John Wayne, Marlon Brando and James Dean. One of the few actors to successfully transition into being a director, Eastwood never won…
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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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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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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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Spike Lee Challenges Clint Eastwood On Black Soldiers’ Portrayal, Igniting A Fierce Verbal Feud In The World Of Cinema
Both Ridley Scott and Clint Eastwood are among some of the finest filmmakers in Hollywood. They have made several impactful and impressive additions to the history of cinema. However, sometimes, the widespread acclaim is also followed by criticism, not only from critics but also from notable figures from the industry. Scott, whose latest film, Napoleon,…
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Despite A Torn Ligament And Three Broken Ribs, John Wayne Pushes Through The Pain, Determined Not To Let His Fans Down
John Wayne’s career in Hollywood and the Golden Age of Cinema continues to fascinate and excite fans and critics the world over, with his films regularly replayed over and over again. Thanks to a staggering collection of more than 170 films and TV show appearances, Wayne fans are able to get their fix. Among the…
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The Barbarian And The Geisha Shoot Went South As John Wayne Accidentally Set A Village On Fire – Thankfully, No Casualties
The Lawless Frontier – The 1934 film was shot in less than a week at Red Rock Canyon, north of Los Angeles, and was made on a budget of around £10,000 ($11,000). Though it is relatively unknown in the huge catalogue of Wayne films, it did help him on his road to establishing himself among…
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John Wayne’s Silent Reckoning: The Ripple Effect on ‘Lonesome Dove’ and Larry McMurtry’s Creative Reimagination
Lonesome Dove is a grand Western epic that follows two retired Texas Rangers embarking on a cattle drive from the Mexican border in Texas all the way to the Canadian border in Montana. None of this would have happened though if John Wayne had wanted to make the movie. The Original ‘Lonesome Dove’ Script Was…
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John Wayne’s Studio Lot Encounter Reveals Tension in the Silent Dance Between Wayne and Director John Ford
Filmmaker John Ford and actor John Wayne made one of the best film collaborations in Hollywood history. They had a special bond as close friends that lasted for many years. However, Ford refused to even acknowledge Wayne after he made his first box office failure. The actor once tried to figure out the answer to…