Tag: The Big Trail
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How Did John Wayne Navigate Through a Humiliating Role in “The Deceiver” and Transition to Becoming an Iconic Screen Legend?
For better or worse, a great deal of John Wayne‘s pride came from his desire to be the manliest of men, meaning that humiliation was a feeling he was never familiar with during the peak of his career. However, long before he became one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, he was forced to swallow his pride…
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Spaghetti Western Revolution: Clint Eastwood’s Gritty Transformation Under John Wayne’s Watch
Movie star John Wayne was no stranger to Westerns. He starred in some of the greatest films ever to grace the genre, but he also starred in his share of war and drama movies. Wayne talked about the importance of Westerns to moviegoing audiences when the genre was at its peak. Fans of all ages…
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Baby Face’s Bold Lover: John Wayne’s Unexpected Role in a 90-Year-Old Hollywood Shakeup
John Wayne made his name in Westerns and the war genre, but he did occasionally branch out into other genres. One of those times resulted in a movie that was so controversial, it prompted Hollywood to overhaul its censorship laws. Though John Wayne had a small part in the movie, he’s still part of Hollywood…
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Hollywood’s Maverick: John Wayne’s Trailblazing Approach to ‘Fighting Dirty’ in Westerns
John Wayne continues to exist as one of the timeless faces of the Western film genre. However, he also revolutionized the art of the Hollywood fight sequence in more ways than one. Wayne brought a more realistic and “dirty” way to fight on the silver screen. More modern ideas of fight sequences can thank Wayne’s…
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John Wayne and Gene Hackman: The Ultimate Oscars Showdown – Who Emerged Victorious?
John Wayne and Gene Hackman are both legendary actors. Wayne established himself as a tough guy on the screen while being a behind-the-scenes prankster. Meanwhile, Hackman emulated his acting hero James Cagney in his career and left his mark on American cinema in the process. Together, they combined for nearly 300 acting credits (per IMDb)…