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60 years ago this September, Clint Eastwood's Man With No Name stepped on screen for the first time in Sergio Leone's "A Fistful of Dollars." It would be a few more years until the low-budget Spaghetti Western made it to America, but the actor's star power and the director's talents were instantly recognizable for early adopters – even if critics took longer to get on board. By the time Leone had released two more Eastwood-led films, rounding out what became known as the Dollars Trilogy, Eastwood's narrowed eyes and steely attitude had become a fundamental image of the movie cowboy.
The Dollars trilogy, which continued with "For A Few Dollars More" and concluded in 1966 with "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly," is now celebrated as one of the best on-screen Western sagas of all time. The genre would...
60 years ago this September, Clint Eastwood's Man With No Name stepped on screen for the first time in Sergio Leone's "A Fistful of Dollars." It would be a few more years until the low-budget Spaghetti Western made it to America, but the actor's star power and the director's talents were instantly recognizable for early adopters – even if critics took longer to get on board. By the time Leone had released two more Eastwood-led films, rounding out what became known as the Dollars Trilogy, Eastwood's narrowed eyes and steely attitude had become a fundamental image of the movie cowboy.
The Dollars trilogy, which continued with "For A Few Dollars More" and concluded in 1966 with "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly," is now celebrated as one of the best on-screen Western sagas of all time. The genre would...
- 10/13/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
2025 will officially mark Clint Eastwood's 70th year in the film industry. That's just five years short of the average life expectancy for American men, so you could absolutely call that a magnificent run even if all he ever did was play baddies and barkeeps since the Eisenhower administration. Of course, Eastwood has done a tad more than that. In collaboration with filmmakers Sergio Leone and Don Siegel, Eastwood played a major role in reconfiguring, respectively, the Western and crime genres. He's also won the Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director twice (for "Unforgiven" and "Million Dollar Baby"), and, at the age of 94, will release his latest directorial effort, "Juror #2," this November.
Eastwood's been so successful for so long that it's difficult to accept that he ever truly struggled. But 94 years is a long damn time, and film stardom didn't arrive for this big-screen icon until he was in his 30s.
Eastwood's been so successful for so long that it's difficult to accept that he ever truly struggled. But 94 years is a long damn time, and film stardom didn't arrive for this big-screen icon until he was in his 30s.
- 10/12/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
Something that comes up almost as an aside in this handsomely mounted period piece, co-written and produced by Korean auteur Park Chan-wook, is the astonishing detail that, in the 16th century, invading Japanese soldiers would saw off their victims’ noses as trophies of war. So prolific were these ad hoc amputations that there’s a shrine of sorts in Japan — the Mimizuka monument in Kyoto, Tokyo — that holds the noses of nearly 40,000 Koreans killed during that time, not to mention some 30,000 similar “souvenirs” from China.
But, surprisingly, Kim Sang-man’s drama doesn’t play that card. This isn’t a story of Korea falling victim to outside aggressors, although that is a significant part of the drama. Instead, it’s a film about the enemy within, something the Koreans would know quite a lot about — most recently with corrupt president Park Geun-hye, whose secret 60-page document blacklisting Park and...
But, surprisingly, Kim Sang-man’s drama doesn’t play that card. This isn’t a story of Korea falling victim to outside aggressors, although that is a significant part of the drama. Instead, it’s a film about the enemy within, something the Koreans would know quite a lot about — most recently with corrupt president Park Geun-hye, whose secret 60-page document blacklisting Park and...
- 10/10/2024
- by Damon Wise
- Deadline Film + TV
Clint Eastwood's Hollywood career officially began in 1955 when he made a brief, uncredited appearance as a lab technician in Jack Arnold's "Revenge of the Creature." Nine years later, unhappy as a midlevel television star on the CBS Western series "Rawhide," he jetted off to Spain to make a different kind of Western with a very different kind of director named Sergio Leone. The result, "A Fistful of Dollars," changed the face of the genre forever, and set Eastwood down the path to becoming a filmmaker in his own right.
Eastwood's directing career got off to a curiously assured start with the wildly suspenseful thriller "Play Misty for Me," in which the tough, swaggering star of "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" and "Dirty Harry" played a victimized Bay Area disc jockey. No one expected this from Eastwood, and it's fair to say no one saw this hugely...
Eastwood's directing career got off to a curiously assured start with the wildly suspenseful thriller "Play Misty for Me," in which the tough, swaggering star of "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" and "Dirty Harry" played a victimized Bay Area disc jockey. No one expected this from Eastwood, and it's fair to say no one saw this hugely...
- 10/8/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
Writer and director Quentin Tarantino is a well-known true-blue cinephile, a deeply devoted fan of films from a variety of genres and eras. He's a fan of everything from sleazy grindhouse exploitation films to classic westerns like the films of Howard Hawks, and he wears his influences loudly and proudly in his own films. So when asked about his favorite films of all time, he has different answers depending on how he feels. There is one movie that he claims to always include in his favorites, however, and he's been pretty effusive about his love for it on more than one occasion.
In an interview with The Talks, Tarantino shared his favorite three films (at that particular moment) and explained that even though two of his top three might shuffle around, he will always feel the need to share his love for the Sergio Leone spaghetti western "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly.
In an interview with The Talks, Tarantino shared his favorite three films (at that particular moment) and explained that even though two of his top three might shuffle around, he will always feel the need to share his love for the Sergio Leone spaghetti western "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly.
- 10/1/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Corman is in a bare room with no clear idea how he got there.
He’s facing down a group of hostile men in black suits and sunglasses.
They behave like police, but have shown no badges, or offered their names to Corman.
They have an intense interest in Corman’s creative habits.
That character in his comic book?
Where did he get the idea for it?
Who is he aiming that rifle at?
Corman says it’s a product of his imagination, but they’re not satisfied.
The Plot is a mind-bending sci-fi thriller that evokes the paranoid novels of Philip K. Dick with the visual punch of Matt Kindt’s comics.
The Plot is the graphic novel Ed Snowden called, “The greatest conspiracy ever.”
Features
The Plot is a horror comic book that uses as source material conspiracy theories, with films like The Manchurian Candidate, The Parallax View,...
He’s facing down a group of hostile men in black suits and sunglasses.
They behave like police, but have shown no badges, or offered their names to Corman.
They have an intense interest in Corman’s creative habits.
That character in his comic book?
Where did he get the idea for it?
Who is he aiming that rifle at?
Corman says it’s a product of his imagination, but they’re not satisfied.
The Plot is a mind-bending sci-fi thriller that evokes the paranoid novels of Philip K. Dick with the visual punch of Matt Kindt’s comics.
The Plot is the graphic novel Ed Snowden called, “The greatest conspiracy ever.”
Features
The Plot is a horror comic book that uses as source material conspiracy theories, with films like The Manchurian Candidate, The Parallax View,...
- 9/23/2024
- by Peter 'Witchfinder' Hopkins
- Horror Asylum
It is borderline impossible to define the six-decade-long artistic legacy that Clint Eastwood had painstakingly mapped, as his stacked filmography includes everything from certified classics to overlooked gems. Of course, no artist can have an impeccably perfect run, but some, like Eastwood, inch very close to that ideal by re-defining entire genres that will always have a place in cinematic history. Not every good film that Eastwood helmed or starred in made a ton of money at the box office, but artistic success cannot be solely measured via such narrow metrics, as his name is embedded into the public consciousness, for better or worse.
It is tempting to dissect Eastwood's artistry purely through the Western genre — works like "A Fistful of Dollars" or "The Outlaw Josey Wales" capture his contributions succinctly — but there is much more to him than a drawling accent or laidback gunslinging. The actor has often been...
It is tempting to dissect Eastwood's artistry purely through the Western genre — works like "A Fistful of Dollars" or "The Outlaw Josey Wales" capture his contributions succinctly — but there is much more to him than a drawling accent or laidback gunslinging. The actor has often been...
- 9/22/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
Now who doesn’t know Clint Eastwood, an actor and director who pretty much revolutionized the face of Hollywood with his acting and directing talent. A one-of-a-kind star, it wasn’t until he was cast in Sergio Leone’s A Fistful of Dollars that he received the much-needed break that would enable him to become an enduring cultural icon of masculinity.
Clint Eastwood | Credits: Gran Torino / Warner Bros Pictures
One of the most iconic collaborations in the history of films, A Fistful of Dollars, not only put Eastwood on the map but also revolutionized the Western genre and the era of ‘Spaghetti Westerns’. However, the film wouldn’t probably have made it so far if hadn’t been for the brilliance of Eastwood, who was a compromise ‘cast’ after Leone failed to sign his first choice.
Sergio Leone on Casting Clint Eastwood in His Breakthrough Role Clint Eastwood in a...
Clint Eastwood | Credits: Gran Torino / Warner Bros Pictures
One of the most iconic collaborations in the history of films, A Fistful of Dollars, not only put Eastwood on the map but also revolutionized the Western genre and the era of ‘Spaghetti Westerns’. However, the film wouldn’t probably have made it so far if hadn’t been for the brilliance of Eastwood, who was a compromise ‘cast’ after Leone failed to sign his first choice.
Sergio Leone on Casting Clint Eastwood in His Breakthrough Role Clint Eastwood in a...
- 9/19/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure is a popular manga and anime series that has captured many fans’ wildest imaginations, thanks to its uncanny actions, exaggerated drama, and weird fantasy elements. But you would be quite surprised to know where the author, Hirohiko Araki, actually got all this idea from.
The answer lies in his childhood fascination with Western movies, especially those starring the iconic Clint Eastwood.
Giorno Giovanna from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventures | Credits: David Production
At the time, Araki was still a student at elementary school, when he watched the 1966 classic For a Few Dollars More along with his father in theatres.
Although he was not old enough at that time to comprehend the plot, he felt strong emotions towards Eastwood as he played the lone wolf character. This formative experience shaped Araki’s ideal hero archetype and influenced the making of his most famous work, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure.
Hirohiko Araki...
The answer lies in his childhood fascination with Western movies, especially those starring the iconic Clint Eastwood.
Giorno Giovanna from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventures | Credits: David Production
At the time, Araki was still a student at elementary school, when he watched the 1966 classic For a Few Dollars More along with his father in theatres.
Although he was not old enough at that time to comprehend the plot, he felt strong emotions towards Eastwood as he played the lone wolf character. This formative experience shaped Araki’s ideal hero archetype and influenced the making of his most famous work, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure.
Hirohiko Araki...
- 9/15/2024
- by Diganta Mondal
- FandomWire
Great trilogies are hard to come by, as not only does the threequel have to be good in its own right, but the film also has the pressure to build upon the existing entries without losing its own identity. Robert Zemeckis’ Back to the Future trilogy is one such example, which cemented itself at the Mount Rushmore of great trilogies, standing toe to toe with the likes of Sergio Leone’s Dollars trilogy, and Lotr.
A still from Back to the Future | Credit: Universal Pictures
Moreover, the acclaimed filmmaker has made his stance clear on the possibility of a fourth entry in the franchise, stressing that he has no intention of giving in to the studio’s demand.
Back to the Future’s Legacy Won’t Be Hindered as Long Robert Zemeckis Is Here A still from Back to the Future | Credit: Universal Pictures
In the age of sequels, prequels,...
A still from Back to the Future | Credit: Universal Pictures
Moreover, the acclaimed filmmaker has made his stance clear on the possibility of a fourth entry in the franchise, stressing that he has no intention of giving in to the studio’s demand.
Back to the Future’s Legacy Won’t Be Hindered as Long Robert Zemeckis Is Here A still from Back to the Future | Credit: Universal Pictures
In the age of sequels, prequels,...
- 9/10/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
The creator of the iconic JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Hirohiko Araki is known for his bold, eccentric style and unique approach to storytelling. From distinct character designs to a unique plot — Araki is considered a trendsetter in the anime world. However, many fans may know that the versatility in Araki’s creation stems from an unlikely source, which is none other than the Hollywood legend, Clint Eastwood.
Jotaro Kujo | Credit: David Production
Araki’s lifelong admiration for Eastwood’s cool presence on screen shaped the creation of Jotaro Kujo, the iconic protagonist of the third part of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Stardust Crusaders. Not only this, but many of Araki’s other heroes also embody the persona that Eastwood brought to life.
Hirohiko Araki’s Admiration for Clint Eastwood
Hirohiko Araki’s fascination for Clint Eastwood dates back to his early years in elementary school. The legendary movie, For a Few Dollars More,...
Jotaro Kujo | Credit: David Production
Araki’s lifelong admiration for Eastwood’s cool presence on screen shaped the creation of Jotaro Kujo, the iconic protagonist of the third part of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Stardust Crusaders. Not only this, but many of Araki’s other heroes also embody the persona that Eastwood brought to life.
Hirohiko Araki’s Admiration for Clint Eastwood
Hirohiko Araki’s fascination for Clint Eastwood dates back to his early years in elementary school. The legendary movie, For a Few Dollars More,...
- 9/9/2024
- by Moumita Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Set in the untamed frontier of 1870s Texas, The Thicket follows Reginald Jones, a hardened bounty hunter, as he’s enlisted by young Christian Jack to find his kidnapped sister Lula. Jack suspects the violent outlaw Cutthroat Bill, nicknamed for murdering victims with a knife, is responsible for Lula’s abduction. What begins as a search for a missing girl soon transforms into a merciless struggle for survival in a world where danger lurks around every corner.
Adapted from Joe R. Lansdale’s gripping 2013 novel, director Elliott Lester brings a signature gritty realism to depicting the lawless dangers of the old frontier. Supported by a talented cast including Peter Dinklage as the cynical yet brave hearted Jones and Juliette Lewis, fully embracing the unhinged madness of Cutthroat Bill, Lester immerses viewers in a bleak yet compelling vision of the Wild West. From the first shots of snow-capped prairie, The Thicket...
Adapted from Joe R. Lansdale’s gripping 2013 novel, director Elliott Lester brings a signature gritty realism to depicting the lawless dangers of the old frontier. Supported by a talented cast including Peter Dinklage as the cynical yet brave hearted Jones and Juliette Lewis, fully embracing the unhinged madness of Cutthroat Bill, Lester immerses viewers in a bleak yet compelling vision of the Wild West. From the first shots of snow-capped prairie, The Thicket...
- 9/7/2024
- by Arash Nahandian
- Gazettely
Out of the gate with its Vista-Vision logo and overture, The Brutalist promises the kind of grand Hollywood epic, and old-school cinematic hubris, that more or less went away 40 years ago with Micheal Cimino’s Heaven’s Gate and Sergio Leone’s Once Upon A Time In America. In recent years, it felt as if that might be forever. Although there have been signs of its revival, particularly with a pair of P.T. Anderson films, There Will Be Blood and The Master. Do three films over the last 15 years make an emerging trend? In our world of the digital and the overly fixed-in-post, these are rare birds to be cherished. Director Brady Corbet, whose previous film, Vox Lux turned some heads a few years ago, leaps...
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- 9/7/2024
- Screen Anarchy
Clint Eastwood’s rise to global stardom wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. Before becoming the icon he is renowned as today, the actor’s initial days in showbiz saw him working as a contract actor for Universal, which didn’t last long, as he was eventually fired for his Adam’s apple, which Universal claimed stuck out too far.
Clint Eastwood in a still from A Fistful of Dollars | Credit: United Artists
But the setback didn’t hold his career back for too long as he’d soon land his breakout role and later headlined the iconic Dollars trilogy. However, his success outside Hollywood did little to garner him roles when he returned.
Clint Eastwood’s Success Overseas Didn’t Get the Ball Rolling in Hollywood
After rising to prominence following his stint in the CBS hour-long western series Rawhide, which he wasn’t particularly fond of, the actor then...
Clint Eastwood in a still from A Fistful of Dollars | Credit: United Artists
But the setback didn’t hold his career back for too long as he’d soon land his breakout role and later headlined the iconic Dollars trilogy. However, his success outside Hollywood did little to garner him roles when he returned.
Clint Eastwood’s Success Overseas Didn’t Get the Ball Rolling in Hollywood
After rising to prominence following his stint in the CBS hour-long western series Rawhide, which he wasn’t particularly fond of, the actor then...
- 9/5/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Expect Venice Film Festival juror James Gray — the filmmaker behind epic American panoramas like “The Immigrant” and “Armaggedon Time” — to respond to Brady Corbet’s staggering ambition “The Brutalist.” The VistaVision-shot, 215-minute portrait of a Jewish-born Hungarian architect (played by Adrien Brody) wowed crowds at its Sala Grande premiere Sunday night — and at press and industry screenings the day before that sent attendees into the night chattering even as early as the film’s 15-minute intermission, which includes a countdown to get you back in your seats.
Brody stars as László Tóth, a fictional architect so fully realizes that you’d be forgiven for thinking this is an arthouse biopic rather than an original conception from the “Vox Lux” director, screenwriting with his partner Mona Fastvold, who brought “The World to Come” to the Lido in 2020. Oscar-winner Brody’s (“The Pianist”) performance commands nearly every celluloid frame of this film,...
Brody stars as László Tóth, a fictional architect so fully realizes that you’d be forgiven for thinking this is an arthouse biopic rather than an original conception from the “Vox Lux” director, screenwriting with his partner Mona Fastvold, who brought “The World to Come” to the Lido in 2020. Oscar-winner Brody’s (“The Pianist”) performance commands nearly every celluloid frame of this film,...
- 9/2/2024
- by Ryan Lattanzio
- Indiewire
Yesterday, we posted a poll asking readers what they thought was the best summer 2024 movie. By a landslide, the winner was Deadpool & Wolverine, but the runner-up was George Miller’s Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which was an infamously giant flop earlier this summer. In this case, the box office result didn’t do justice to the quality of the film itself – at least according to us here at JoBlo. But Furiosa wasn’t the only good movie that came out this summer that get enough love.
Here are five underrated summer 2024 movies:
Horizon: Chapter 1:
Kevin Costner’s ambitious, multi-part western saga landed with a bit of a thud when it opened earlier this summer, with the grosses so feeble that the planned August release of Horizon: Chapter 2 was scrapped. No one knows when the already-shot sequel will come out, but Costner will try and relaunch the series...
Here are five underrated summer 2024 movies:
Horizon: Chapter 1:
Kevin Costner’s ambitious, multi-part western saga landed with a bit of a thud when it opened earlier this summer, with the grosses so feeble that the planned August release of Horizon: Chapter 2 was scrapped. No one knows when the already-shot sequel will come out, but Costner will try and relaunch the series...
- 9/2/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Note: The following story contains spoilers for “Only Murders in the Building” Season 4, Episode 1.
The “Only Murders in the Building” Season 4 premiere solved the mystery of where Charles Haden-Savage’s stunt double Sazz Pataki’s (Jane Lynch) body disappeared to following her death by sniper in the Season 3 finale.
In the final minutes of the episode, Charles, Mabel and Oliver discovered that Sazz’s body was brought down to the basement of the Arconia and thrown in an incinerator, with one of her metal joints from Bulgaria left behind.
“It’s about as dark as we’ve ever gone on the show, and it needed to be,” showrunner John Hoffman told TheWrap. “The episode is structured in a way that the audience has a sense about something that our trio doesn’t. We needed to give the trio, and mainly Charles, a sense that something’s not right… And finally...
The “Only Murders in the Building” Season 4 premiere solved the mystery of where Charles Haden-Savage’s stunt double Sazz Pataki’s (Jane Lynch) body disappeared to following her death by sniper in the Season 3 finale.
In the final minutes of the episode, Charles, Mabel and Oliver discovered that Sazz’s body was brought down to the basement of the Arconia and thrown in an incinerator, with one of her metal joints from Bulgaria left behind.
“It’s about as dark as we’ve ever gone on the show, and it needed to be,” showrunner John Hoffman told TheWrap. “The episode is structured in a way that the audience has a sense about something that our trio doesn’t. We needed to give the trio, and mainly Charles, a sense that something’s not right… And finally...
- 8/28/2024
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Willem Dafoe, who stars in Tim Burton’s fest opener “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” along with jury members Kleber Mendonça Filho (“Bacurau”) and Giuseppe Tornatore (“Cinema Paradiso”) turned up at the annual Venice Film Festival’s pre-opening party on the rooftop of the Danieli Hotel on Tuesday night.
Co-hosted by the Leone Film Group, Variety and the Danieli Hotel, the glamorous bash brought together a mix of stars, global industry movers and shakers, including hitmaking Italian director Paolo Genovese, Los Angeles-based producer Niels Juul (“Ferrari”) and Bárbara Paz, a Brazilian actor and filmmaker.
Photo by Victor Boyko/Variety via Getty Images
“Here we go again!” said Venice Film Festival artistic director Alberto Barbera from the rooftop boasting a 180-degree view of the Venice Lagoon. “We are here once again to celebrate the pre-opening of the Venice Film Festival,” he continued, before noting that this year’s star-studded lineup is being praised as the strongest in years.
Co-hosted by the Leone Film Group, Variety and the Danieli Hotel, the glamorous bash brought together a mix of stars, global industry movers and shakers, including hitmaking Italian director Paolo Genovese, Los Angeles-based producer Niels Juul (“Ferrari”) and Bárbara Paz, a Brazilian actor and filmmaker.
Photo by Victor Boyko/Variety via Getty Images
“Here we go again!” said Venice Film Festival artistic director Alberto Barbera from the rooftop boasting a 180-degree view of the Venice Lagoon. “We are here once again to celebrate the pre-opening of the Venice Film Festival,” he continued, before noting that this year’s star-studded lineup is being praised as the strongest in years.
- 8/28/2024
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
This post contains spoilers for the first episode of "Only Murders in the Building" season 4.
Who doesn't love a good movie reference? Hulu's popular mystery-comedy "Only Murders in the Building" always has, whether it's crafting a set featuring stealth nods to many of Meryl Streep's best roles or letting Steve Martin deliver a cute "Father of the Bride" joke during a climactic moment. The show's references have always been great, but they've never been an overt, overlying theme of the series so much as a series of semi-subtle winks and nods for the movie buffs watching. The new, Hollywood-centric fourth season seems set to change that.
The new season starts off with an ode to the movies, delivered in the form of Charles' (Martin) final podcast recording for last season's mystery, the death of movie star Ben Glenroy (Paul Rudd). "Motion pictures were created over a hundred years ago,...
Who doesn't love a good movie reference? Hulu's popular mystery-comedy "Only Murders in the Building" always has, whether it's crafting a set featuring stealth nods to many of Meryl Streep's best roles or letting Steve Martin deliver a cute "Father of the Bride" joke during a climactic moment. The show's references have always been great, but they've never been an overt, overlying theme of the series so much as a series of semi-subtle winks and nods for the movie buffs watching. The new, Hollywood-centric fourth season seems set to change that.
The new season starts off with an ode to the movies, delivered in the form of Charles' (Martin) final podcast recording for last season's mystery, the death of movie star Ben Glenroy (Paul Rudd). "Motion pictures were created over a hundred years ago,...
- 8/27/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino is arguably one of the best directors currently working in Hollywood, with a phenomenal critical and commercial record. He recently appeared on a podcast, where Tarantino discussed all things cinema, especially the movies he has come to love over the years. In the process, Tarantino also revealed the only film trilogy he considers perfect.
Quentin Tarantino discussed his favorite movie trilogies (Credit: Club Random podcast | YouTube).
During the podcast, Tarantino shared his admiration for the Toy Story movies but admitted that there was one trilogy he loved more. The Academy Award-winning director named Sergio Leone’s Dollars trilogy as the only one he deems perfect. In the process, Tarantino praised one genre that critics have often seen dismissively, and here is what he had to say.
Quentin Tarantino Reveals the Only Film Trilogy That Blew Him Away
Quentin Tarantino is yet to formally confirm his next directorial...
Quentin Tarantino discussed his favorite movie trilogies (Credit: Club Random podcast | YouTube).
During the podcast, Tarantino shared his admiration for the Toy Story movies but admitted that there was one trilogy he loved more. The Academy Award-winning director named Sergio Leone’s Dollars trilogy as the only one he deems perfect. In the process, Tarantino praised one genre that critics have often seen dismissively, and here is what he had to say.
Quentin Tarantino Reveals the Only Film Trilogy That Blew Him Away
Quentin Tarantino is yet to formally confirm his next directorial...
- 8/27/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Clint Eastwood has made some of the most revolutionary films in his career both as an actor and a director. He has been making films since the 60s and still continues to be inspired and fascinated by the art of filmmaking. While mostly known for his spaghetti westerns with Sergio Leone, he has made some brilliant westerns of his own along with some Oscar-winning dramas.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Watts in J. Edgar | Credits: Warner Bros
Eastwood directed the biographical film J. Edgar in 2011, based on the famed first director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. To ensure the film was as historically accurate as possible, the director went deep into his research and even went the extra mile, meeting the then-director of the FBI in person. Eastwood and the FBI disagreed on the inclusion of one disputed aspect of Hoover’s life in the film.
The FBI Was Apprehensive...
Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Watts in J. Edgar | Credits: Warner Bros
Eastwood directed the biographical film J. Edgar in 2011, based on the famed first director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. To ensure the film was as historically accurate as possible, the director went deep into his research and even went the extra mile, meeting the then-director of the FBI in person. Eastwood and the FBI disagreed on the inclusion of one disputed aspect of Hoover’s life in the film.
The FBI Was Apprehensive...
- 8/27/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino shared his thoughts on the Toy Story franchise during a recent podcast interview. While he loves the original trilogy, Tarantino says the fourth film is where the story should have ended.
Tarantino appeared on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast to discuss animated films and movie trilogies. He praised the first three Toy Story movies, especially the third one. “The third one is just magnificent. It’s one of the best movies I’ve ever seen,” Tarantino stated.
However, when it comes to 2019’s Toy Story 4, Tarantino feels differently. “You literally ended the story as perfect as you could, so no, I don’t care if it’s good. I’m done,” he said. Tarantino emphasized that he has no plans to watch the fourth film or any others in the series going forward.
His comments raise questions about continuing successful franchises past a natural conclusion.
Tarantino appeared on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast to discuss animated films and movie trilogies. He praised the first three Toy Story movies, especially the third one. “The third one is just magnificent. It’s one of the best movies I’ve ever seen,” Tarantino stated.
However, when it comes to 2019’s Toy Story 4, Tarantino feels differently. “You literally ended the story as perfect as you could, so no, I don’t care if it’s good. I’m done,” he said. Tarantino emphasized that he has no plans to watch the fourth film or any others in the series going forward.
His comments raise questions about continuing successful franchises past a natural conclusion.
- 8/26/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
Well, it seems like Quentin Tarantino’s long-awaited 10th and final film will not be a “Toy Story” installment.
The director said during Bill Maher’s YouTube (video) podcast “Club Random” that the original “Toy Story” trilogy is one of the greatest trio of films of all time. According to Tarantino, the franchise overextended with the fourth installment. Well, he’s gonna hate this news: a fifth “Toy Story” was announced earlier this year with original director Andrew Stanton returning to the chair. “Toy Story 5” will center on children who become obsessed with technology; it is slated for a June 19, 2026 release.
“I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the ‘Toy Story’ trilogy,” Tarantino told Maher in the below video. “In the case of ‘Toy Story,’ the third one is just magnificent. It’s one of the best movies I’ve ever seen.
The director said during Bill Maher’s YouTube (video) podcast “Club Random” that the original “Toy Story” trilogy is one of the greatest trio of films of all time. According to Tarantino, the franchise overextended with the fourth installment. Well, he’s gonna hate this news: a fifth “Toy Story” was announced earlier this year with original director Andrew Stanton returning to the chair. “Toy Story 5” will center on children who become obsessed with technology; it is slated for a June 19, 2026 release.
“I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the ‘Toy Story’ trilogy,” Tarantino told Maher in the below video. “In the case of ‘Toy Story,’ the third one is just magnificent. It’s one of the best movies I’ve ever seen.
- 8/26/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
When it comes to the greatest film trilogies ever, there are a few that scholars would place near the top: Kieslowski’s Colors, Ray’s Apu series, Leone’s The Man with No Name Trilogy…while a case could be made for everything from Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy to Linklater’s Before films to Back to the Future. And if it wasn’t for Toy Story 4, the first three Pixar movies would absolutely be in the conversation. Now that they have been bumped to quadrilogy status (and beyond), that removes them from consideration – unless, like Quentin Tarantino, you completely ignore the fourth Toy Story.
Appearing on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast, Quentin Tarantino suggested that Toy Story had one of the greatest trilogy finales ever, only blowing it by forcing a fourth movie. “In the case of Toy Story, the third one is just magnificent. It...
Appearing on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast, Quentin Tarantino suggested that Toy Story had one of the greatest trilogy finales ever, only blowing it by forcing a fourth movie. “In the case of Toy Story, the third one is just magnificent. It...
- 8/26/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Quentin Tarantino doesn’t want to play with Toy Story anymore.
The famed director recently appeared on an episode of the comedy podcast Club Random with Bill Maher, where, among other things, he discussed the difficulties of wrapping up a trilogy in a satisfying manner for the audience. Because of his love for the initial Toy Story trilogy, the Kill Bill helmer said he had “no desire” to view subsequent films.
“I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the Toy Story trilogy,” he said in a clip that has since gone viral on X (formerly known as Twitter). “I think there’s only one trilogy that completely and utterly works to the Nth degree and that’s A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.”
He went on to describe that...
The famed director recently appeared on an episode of the comedy podcast Club Random with Bill Maher, where, among other things, he discussed the difficulties of wrapping up a trilogy in a satisfying manner for the audience. Because of his love for the initial Toy Story trilogy, the Kill Bill helmer said he had “no desire” to view subsequent films.
“I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the Toy Story trilogy,” he said in a clip that has since gone viral on X (formerly known as Twitter). “I think there’s only one trilogy that completely and utterly works to the Nth degree and that’s A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.”
He went on to describe that...
- 8/26/2024
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Deadline Film + TV
Amid major movie market upheavals, Leone Film Group is still the main Italian distributor of top-notch English-language indie film fare, spanning all genres with titles from directors such as Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg.
But while in the past Leone Film Group relied on output deals with U.S. indies, such as Lionsgate and Spielberg’s Amblin, these days “we supply ourselves from whomever has worthy product,” says its head of acquisitions Francesco Polimanti. That includes titles such as recent hit “Civil War,” with Kirsten Dunst, “John Wick 4” with Keanu Reeves as the iconic assassin and the upcoming “Dumb Money.”
Polimanti went on a buying spree in May at Cannes, where he picked up a trio from Black Bear, including Guy Ritchie’s next film, “Wife and Dog,” set in the world of British aristocracy. It marks the fifth Ritchie-directed movie that will go out in Italy through Leone.
But while in the past Leone Film Group relied on output deals with U.S. indies, such as Lionsgate and Spielberg’s Amblin, these days “we supply ourselves from whomever has worthy product,” says its head of acquisitions Francesco Polimanti. That includes titles such as recent hit “Civil War,” with Kirsten Dunst, “John Wick 4” with Keanu Reeves as the iconic assassin and the upcoming “Dumb Money.”
Polimanti went on a buying spree in May at Cannes, where he picked up a trio from Black Bear, including Guy Ritchie’s next film, “Wife and Dog,” set in the world of British aristocracy. It marks the fifth Ritchie-directed movie that will go out in Italy through Leone.
- 8/25/2024
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
I’m somewhat bewildered over how outraged people have been over the new version of The Crow (don’t call it a remake!). Many are calling it a stain on the legacy of the late, great Brandon Lee, who infamously was killed in an on-set tragedy, but by examining the franchise as a whole, it’s clear that as far as these things go, the franchise has been exploited to death. There have been no less than five Crow movies at this point, and guess what? We’re going to rank them all! That said, as far as our Crow movies ranked list goes, they’re all varying degrees of bad outside the first movie and the new version, which isn’t half bad.
Dishonourable Mention: The Crow: Stairway to Heaven
Yes, ladies and germs, they once made a TV version of The Crow, and it was abysmal. You...
Dishonourable Mention: The Crow: Stairway to Heaven
Yes, ladies and germs, they once made a TV version of The Crow, and it was abysmal. You...
- 8/25/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Italy’s Leone Film Group is taking the legacy of its founder, spaghetti Western master Sergio Leone, to the next level.
As the Rome-based company run by the maestro’s children, Raffaella and Andrea, celebrates its 35th anniversary, it continues to consolidate its standing as the preeminent supplier of U.S. indie product to Italy. The Leone’s film and TV production side has been recently growing with a robust slate of high-end content for the international market.
Having become the top distribution partner in Italy for U.S. indies such as Lionsgate, STX Entertainment, Voltage and Black Bear, the Leone Film Group is now focused on what Raffaella Leone calls the “more difficult task” of “laying the groundwork for our production side in the international arena.”
The group’s Lotus Production label, which is now run directly by Raffaella, has a slew of projects in various stages, with new films by James Gray,...
As the Rome-based company run by the maestro’s children, Raffaella and Andrea, celebrates its 35th anniversary, it continues to consolidate its standing as the preeminent supplier of U.S. indie product to Italy. The Leone’s film and TV production side has been recently growing with a robust slate of high-end content for the international market.
Having become the top distribution partner in Italy for U.S. indies such as Lionsgate, STX Entertainment, Voltage and Black Bear, the Leone Film Group is now focused on what Raffaella Leone calls the “more difficult task” of “laying the groundwork for our production side in the international arena.”
The group’s Lotus Production label, which is now run directly by Raffaella, has a slew of projects in various stages, with new films by James Gray,...
- 8/24/2024
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
It had been over two decades since Hong Kong director John Woo stunned audiences with his hyper-stylized action classic, The Killer. Released in 1989, the film pushed boundaries with its balletic gunplay and tragic melodrama. Chow Yun-fat gave an unforgettable performance as a dedicated assassin struggling between his deadly profession and humanity. With influences like Jean-Pierre Melville, Sergio Leone, and John Cassavetes, Woo pioneered what became known as “Heroic Bloodshed.” He brought swift-paced action and complex character drama together in a wholly unique way.
Hollywood soon came calling for Woo to export his brand of mayhem stateside. Films like Broken Arrow, Face/Off, and Mission Impossible 2 dazzled worldwide crowds with the director’s expertly staged set pieces. However, it had been 20 years since Woo last delivered a stand-alone Hong Kong production. Fans wondered if he’d ever return to the wellspring of his signature style.
In 2024, that question was answered. With a...
Hollywood soon came calling for Woo to export his brand of mayhem stateside. Films like Broken Arrow, Face/Off, and Mission Impossible 2 dazzled worldwide crowds with the director’s expertly staged set pieces. However, it had been 20 years since Woo last delivered a stand-alone Hong Kong production. Fans wondered if he’d ever return to the wellspring of his signature style.
In 2024, that question was answered. With a...
- 8/24/2024
- by Arash Nahandian
- Gazettely
At 94 years old, Clint Eastwood is still going strong in Hollywood as one of its leading filmmakers and actors. The veteran has won the Oscar for Best Director twice for Million Dollar Baby and Unforgiven. But his legacy will be cemented by his roles in Dirty Harry and the Dollars trilogy.
Known for his signature and often imitated voice, Eastwood reportedly crafted it after the Dollars trilogy and only uses it in his acting, according to his co-star Morgan Freeman. The dual personality that he has crafted would make him the perfect Batman.
Morgan Freeman Reveals The Secret Behind Clint Eastwood’s Iconic Voice Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry | Credits: Warner Bros.
Any fan of cinema can easily recognize the gruff and macho voice of Clint Eastwood going, ‘Do you feel, punk?’ from Dirty Harry. The actor’s squinted-eyes look and gnashed teeth voice have been imitated by actors as...
Known for his signature and often imitated voice, Eastwood reportedly crafted it after the Dollars trilogy and only uses it in his acting, according to his co-star Morgan Freeman. The dual personality that he has crafted would make him the perfect Batman.
Morgan Freeman Reveals The Secret Behind Clint Eastwood’s Iconic Voice Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry | Credits: Warner Bros.
Any fan of cinema can easily recognize the gruff and macho voice of Clint Eastwood going, ‘Do you feel, punk?’ from Dirty Harry. The actor’s squinted-eyes look and gnashed teeth voice have been imitated by actors as...
- 8/18/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
As far as genre films go, Westerns are pretty prolific. There are more cinematic stories about the "Old West" than you can shake a stick at, and that means determining which one is the greatest of all time is a pretty daunting task. For some, that "greatest of all time" designation goes to the 1993 movie "Tombstone," which tells the story of Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell) and Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer) as they face off with the villainous cowboys who threaten the town of Tombstone, Arizona. That's an honor that might not sit right with folks who are big fans of the Spaghetti Westerns of Sergio Leone or the old-school greatness of John Ford, but "Tombstone" is one seriously memorable movie.
In a video breaking down his most iconic roles for GQ, Russell explained that while he doesn't think "Tombstone" is quite worthy of the Goat label, he does think there's...
In a video breaking down his most iconic roles for GQ, Russell explained that while he doesn't think "Tombstone" is quite worthy of the Goat label, he does think there's...
- 8/4/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Crockett Johnson’s classic children’s book Harold and the Purple Crayon has enchanted generations with its lyrical simplicity. Readers of all ages gravitate to the playful wonder of a young boy creating entire worlds with just a colorful writing utensil and his fertile mind. Filled with hand-drawn illustrations that beautifully capture the joy and innocence of early childhood, it’s easy to understand why filmmakers have long dreamed of bringing Harold’s story to the screen.
However, transferring such a minimalist children’s tale to a big-budget live-action/animation hybrid proved creatively challenging. Multiple directors took a stab at an adaptation over the decades, including celebrated talents like Maurice Sendak and Spike Jonze. Their visionary approaches likely would have remained true to the original’s spirit of unfettered imagination. But compromises had to be made for this to reach audiences at the box office.
Enter veteran animator Carlos Saldanha,...
However, transferring such a minimalist children’s tale to a big-budget live-action/animation hybrid proved creatively challenging. Multiple directors took a stab at an adaptation over the decades, including celebrated talents like Maurice Sendak and Spike Jonze. Their visionary approaches likely would have remained true to the original’s spirit of unfettered imagination. But compromises had to be made for this to reach audiences at the box office.
Enter veteran animator Carlos Saldanha,...
- 7/31/2024
- by Arash Nahandian
- Gazettely
“The Sporting Image” is the summer 2024 edition of the Notebook Insert, a seasonal supplement on moving-image culture.Illustration by Ivy Johnson.A writer needs a pen, a painter needs a brush. But a filmmaker...a filmmaker needs an army.—Orson WellesYou never miss the water until your well runs dry, and four years ago, it was one such bout of baseball deficiency that inspired my first attempt to wax poetic on the subject of America’s pastime. I had taken for granted that baseball blossoms every spring, and now I felt its absence acutely, one more emergency precaution amid the weltschmerz of that first pandemic season. Fans and players alike anxiously awaited an opening day that wasn’t certain to arrive. But in due time, Major League Baseball worked out the kinks, drafted its best attempt at safety protocols, and the show went on—as it must! So it was...
- 7/31/2024
- MUBI
The first few minutes of Harold and the Purple Crayon feature charming hand-drawn animation very much in the style of the 1955 classic children’s picture book by Crockett Johnson, making it easy to see why it’s still popular nearly 70 years later. In the original story, Harold was just a young boy, creating a wonderful world for himself thanks to his magic crayon. Unfortunately, in the new big screen, live-action/animated adaptation directed by Carlos Saldanha (Ferdinand, Rio, Ice Age), he’s all grown up. And despite the appeal of star Zachary Levi, it’s unlikely the film will have the same staying power.
There have been numerous attempts at a film version of the book dating back years and involving such major talents as Maurice Sendak, David O. Russell, Will Smith, Steven Spielberg and Spike Jonze (what a movie he would have likely made!). Even this version has been delayed more than once,...
There have been numerous attempts at a film version of the book dating back years and involving such major talents as Maurice Sendak, David O. Russell, Will Smith, Steven Spielberg and Spike Jonze (what a movie he would have likely made!). Even this version has been delayed more than once,...
- 7/31/2024
- by Frank Scheck
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Riding the record-breaking, opening weekend high of "Deadpool & Wolverine," Marvel Studios took the San Diego Comic Con's Hall H stage on Saturday night for its first full-stride victory lap in a shockingly long time. This is, after all, a studio that has mostly dominated the box office since "The Avengers" brought the Marvel Cinematic Universe together for an epochal superhero throwdown. Comic book fans had been dreaming of this movie for decades. Non-fans had been wired for it since Jon Favreau's "Iron Man," if not earlier.
12 years ago, this anticipation caught many in the film industry by surprise. If they'd known Marvel superheroes could be the cowboys of the 21st century, they probably would've taken this genre much more seriously after the surprise success of Tim Burton's "Batman" in 1989. And that's the thing with the superhero genre in this business. For a long time, these properties were...
12 years ago, this anticipation caught many in the film industry by surprise. If they'd known Marvel superheroes could be the cowboys of the 21st century, they probably would've taken this genre much more seriously after the surprise success of Tim Burton's "Batman" in 1989. And that's the thing with the superhero genre in this business. For a long time, these properties were...
- 7/28/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
We here at IndieWire love watching films on actual film — and cities like New York and Los Angeles, where repertory cinema is thriving, provide no shortage of opportunities to do just that. Scoping out selections in both major metropolises, we’ve compiled a list of the best screening options for the upcoming month, which include retrospectives on beloved auteurs featuring multiple 35mm prints, as well as 4K restorations of classic films that shouldn’t be missed.
In keeping with our appreciation for the theatrical experience throughout the country and world, IndieWire also gives a special shoutout to The Brattle Theatre of Cambridge, Massachusetts, as well as some of its stellar curation over the next month. Keep reading for our picks.
New York Film Forum ‘Blacula,’ William Marshall Courtesy Everett Collection
In anticipation of the new 4K restoration of Jean-Pierre Melville’s WWII French resistance drama “Army of Shadows,” which will...
In keeping with our appreciation for the theatrical experience throughout the country and world, IndieWire also gives a special shoutout to The Brattle Theatre of Cambridge, Massachusetts, as well as some of its stellar curation over the next month. Keep reading for our picks.
New York Film Forum ‘Blacula,’ William Marshall Courtesy Everett Collection
In anticipation of the new 4K restoration of Jean-Pierre Melville’s WWII French resistance drama “Army of Shadows,” which will...
- 7/26/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire
U.K.-based sales and distribution company Blue Finch Films has secured worldwide rights to “Zero,” an action thriller directed by Jean Luc Herbulot, known for his 2021 TIFF Midnight Madness selection “Saloum.”
The film has been selected for Sitges Film Festival’s first wave, with additional festival announcements expected.
“Zero” follows two Americans who awaken in Senegal with explosive devices attached to their bodies and a 10-hour deadline to uncover the reason. Guided by a mysterious voice on the phone, they must complete a series of tasks that inadvertently cause chaos in Dakar. Against a backdrop of growing anti-Western sentiment, the protagonists race against time for survival and redemption.
The screenplay was co-written by Herbulot and Hus Miller, with Miller also producing alongside Paméla Diop, Steven Adams and Gary Dourdan. The cast includes Miller, Cam McHarg, Moran Rosenblatt, Roger Sallah and Dourdan.
Herbulot said: “I have always admired Sergio Leone’s Westerns,...
The film has been selected for Sitges Film Festival’s first wave, with additional festival announcements expected.
“Zero” follows two Americans who awaken in Senegal with explosive devices attached to their bodies and a 10-hour deadline to uncover the reason. Guided by a mysterious voice on the phone, they must complete a series of tasks that inadvertently cause chaos in Dakar. Against a backdrop of growing anti-Western sentiment, the protagonists race against time for survival and redemption.
The screenplay was co-written by Herbulot and Hus Miller, with Miller also producing alongside Paméla Diop, Steven Adams and Gary Dourdan. The cast includes Miller, Cam McHarg, Moran Rosenblatt, Roger Sallah and Dourdan.
Herbulot said: “I have always admired Sergio Leone’s Westerns,...
- 7/23/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
While most may prioritize new additions to streaming apps each month — something we here at IndieWire take great pride in — viewers should also not neglect the fact that with each new property added, another must go. Though some apps do concentrate these expiring selections in a row on one of their menu pages, they aren’t always the easiest to find. Thankfully, we’ve done the work for you. Scouring each major platform and discovering what’s about to disappear from our watchlists, IndieWire has gathered a few selections worth your time before they go from major streamers like Netflix and Prime, as well as apps on the rise like Tubi and Kanopy.
In honor of the political conventions being hosted this summer, for our Netflix selection we’ve gone with “Born on the Fourth of July,” directed by Oliver Stone and starring Tom Cruise in an Academy-Award nominated performance...
In honor of the political conventions being hosted this summer, for our Netflix selection we’ve gone with “Born on the Fourth of July,” directed by Oliver Stone and starring Tom Cruise in an Academy-Award nominated performance...
- 7/18/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire
Movie buffs are debating whether the announcement of a remake of the iconic Western A Fistful of Dollars is a good idea. The 1964 original directed by Sergio Leone is credited with launching Clint Eastwood’s career and helping define the Spaghetti Western genre. With its iconic visuals and music, many think it’s a classic that shouldn’t be touched.
It’s becoming pretty common for Hollywood to redo older movies, but the results are mixed. Some remakes find new fans, while others fail because they can’t live up to the original. Studios seems to prefer rehashing old ideas instead of funding new stories.
A Fistful of Dollars in particular is praised for Leone’s unique storytelling style and the tense atmosphere he created. Plus, Ennio Morricone’s incredible score is just legendary. Leone’s “Dollar trilogy” of films is revered, so can any remake really compare?
The new...
It’s becoming pretty common for Hollywood to redo older movies, but the results are mixed. Some remakes find new fans, while others fail because they can’t live up to the original. Studios seems to prefer rehashing old ideas instead of funding new stories.
A Fistful of Dollars in particular is praised for Leone’s unique storytelling style and the tense atmosphere he created. Plus, Ennio Morricone’s incredible score is just legendary. Leone’s “Dollar trilogy” of films is revered, so can any remake really compare?
The new...
- 7/16/2024
- by Ned Em
- Gazettely
In addition to Krusty the Clown, Bumblebee Man and, very briefly, Gabbo, one of Springfield’s most famous entertainers is, of course, Rainier Wolfcastle, star of the popular McBain movies, as well as Undercover Nerd and Help! My Son Is a Nerd (it isn’t a comedy).
The McBain franchise, which was first introduced in the second season of The Simpsons, is an action parody smorgasbord containing elements of Lethal Weapon and Die Hard, with a healthy dose of every movie Arnold Schwarzenegger ever made — although Schwarzenegger would later rip off Rainier Wolfcastle, so it all evens out in the end.
As we’ve mentioned before, those early clips of McBain were designed to form one cohesive story — a more cohesive one than some real Schwarzenegger movies, to be honest. Fans, in fact, have even edited the scenes together as if it were a real film.
But in a rare...
The McBain franchise, which was first introduced in the second season of The Simpsons, is an action parody smorgasbord containing elements of Lethal Weapon and Die Hard, with a healthy dose of every movie Arnold Schwarzenegger ever made — although Schwarzenegger would later rip off Rainier Wolfcastle, so it all evens out in the end.
As we’ve mentioned before, those early clips of McBain were designed to form one cohesive story — a more cohesive one than some real Schwarzenegger movies, to be honest. Fans, in fact, have even edited the scenes together as if it were a real film.
But in a rare...
- 7/11/2024
- Cracked
Clint Eastwood has had a glorious movie career spanning various decades. In addition to being an accomplished actor, Eastwood is also a talented filmmaker who has made a diverse range of films that have won Oscars. At 94, he is still making films and refuses to slow down. The actor got his huge break with his collaboration with Sergio Leone in the Dollars trilogy.
Clint Eastwood in The Good, the Bad and the Ugly | United Artists
Eastwood’s iconic role made him a household name and the trilogy was a major factor in reinvigorating the spaghetti Westerns. A new report now states that a remake of the first film in the trilogy A Fistful of Dollars, is in the works and fans are not happy about Hollywood trying to cash in by remaking yet another classic.
Hollywood Continues Its Frustrating Remake Trend With Clint’s Eastwood’s A Fistful of Dollars...
Clint Eastwood in The Good, the Bad and the Ugly | United Artists
Eastwood’s iconic role made him a household name and the trilogy was a major factor in reinvigorating the spaghetti Westerns. A new report now states that a remake of the first film in the trilogy A Fistful of Dollars, is in the works and fans are not happy about Hollywood trying to cash in by remaking yet another classic.
Hollywood Continues Its Frustrating Remake Trend With Clint’s Eastwood’s A Fistful of Dollars...
- 7/10/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
El clásico que propulsó la carrera de Clint Eastwood será reimaginado.
De acuerdo con Deadline, está en marcha un remake del clásico de Sergio Leone, “Por un Puñado de Dólares”, película precursora del spaghetti western y que también propulsó la carrera de Clint Eastwood y otros, como el compositor Ennio Morricone.
Todavía no se conocen detalles sobre la producción, el equipo, la fecha de inicio del rodaje ni el reparto.
“Por un Puñado de Dólares” es la historia de un pistolero errante sin nombre que se enfrenta a dos familias rivales en un pueblo desgarrado por la codicia, el orgullo y la venganza. Su enorme éxito dio lugar a otras dos películas de una trilogía icónica, conocida como la Trilogía del Dólar, compuesta por “Por un Puñado de Dólares” de 1964, “La Muerte Tenía un Precio” de 1965 y “El Bueno, el Feo y el Malo de 1966.
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De acuerdo con Deadline, está en marcha un remake del clásico de Sergio Leone, “Por un Puñado de Dólares”, película precursora del spaghetti western y que también propulsó la carrera de Clint Eastwood y otros, como el compositor Ennio Morricone.
Todavía no se conocen detalles sobre la producción, el equipo, la fecha de inicio del rodaje ni el reparto.
“Por un Puñado de Dólares” es la historia de un pistolero errante sin nombre que se enfrenta a dos familias rivales en un pueblo desgarrado por la codicia, el orgullo y la venganza. Su enorme éxito dio lugar a otras dos películas de una trilogía icónica, conocida como la Trilogía del Dólar, compuesta por “Por un Puñado de Dólares” de 1964, “La Muerte Tenía un Precio” de 1965 y “El Bueno, el Feo y el Malo de 1966.
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- 7/10/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
Sergio Leone's "A Fistful of Dollars" is not the greatest Spaghetti Western ever made, but it is widely considered to be the first. As the film that made Clint Eastwood an global movie star, it is inarguably the most significant. Most importantly in today's movie marketplace, people who've never seen a Spaghetti Western likely know the title, which makes it a viable candidate for a remake.
And this is fitting because "A Fistful of Dollars" is itself a remake. In fact, it was such a brazenly beat-for-beat copy of Akira Kurosawa's 1961 samurai classic "Yojimbo" that U.S. distributors wouldn't release Leone's film until the filmmaker settled up with the Japanese master and his backers at Toho (Kurosawa wound up making more money off this deal than he did with "Yojimbo").
Of course, "Yojimbo" wasn't an original either. Kurosawa openly acknowledged that his film was inspired by Stuart Heisler...
And this is fitting because "A Fistful of Dollars" is itself a remake. In fact, it was such a brazenly beat-for-beat copy of Akira Kurosawa's 1961 samurai classic "Yojimbo" that U.S. distributors wouldn't release Leone's film until the filmmaker settled up with the Japanese master and his backers at Toho (Kurosawa wound up making more money off this deal than he did with "Yojimbo").
Of course, "Yojimbo" wasn't an original either. Kurosawa openly acknowledged that his film was inspired by Stuart Heisler...
- 7/9/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
You’re not gonna believe this, but they’re remaking one of the most legendary Westerns of all time – A Fistful of Dollars! The 1964 film that made Clint Eastwood a star is getting updated for a new generation.
Some producers in Italy and England are teaming up to do a new version of the story. Sergio Leone’s original was so iconic that it basically invented the “spaghetti Western” genre. They’re saying they want to honor how great that original movie was.
This has certainly got people talking! Some think remaking such a classic is just asking for trouble. Eastwood’s performance is just untouchable. Plus, the 1960s era gives it a really cool vibe a remake might mess up.
On the other hand, Westerns have been super popular lately with shows like Yellowstone. And movies like Kevin Costner’s Horizon prove audiences still love the genre. So a...
Some producers in Italy and England are teaming up to do a new version of the story. Sergio Leone’s original was so iconic that it basically invented the “spaghetti Western” genre. They’re saying they want to honor how great that original movie was.
This has certainly got people talking! Some think remaking such a classic is just asking for trouble. Eastwood’s performance is just untouchable. Plus, the 1960s era gives it a really cool vibe a remake might mess up.
On the other hand, Westerns have been super popular lately with shows like Yellowstone. And movies like Kevin Costner’s Horizon prove audiences still love the genre. So a...
- 7/9/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
A few years ago, we heard that a TV series adaptation of one of the greatest Westerns ever made, the 1964 Sergio Leone / Clint Eastwood classic A Fistful of Dollars, was in the works at Mark Gordon Pictures. That project, which was described as a “contemporary retelling of the story,” has never made it into production – but it looks like we’re going to be getting a new version of A Fistful of Dollars nonetheless. Deadline reports that Euro Gang Entertainment, the company founded by producers Gianni Nunnari and Simon Horsman, is working with Enzo Sisti of Fpc and Jolly Film, which produced A Fistful of Dollars, to get a feature film remake off the ground.
Deadline notes, “It’s still early in the process so production details are under wraps for now. This would most likely be English-language but that hasn’t been confirmed by the team and a writer,...
Deadline notes, “It’s still early in the process so production details are under wraps for now. This would most likely be English-language but that hasn’t been confirmed by the team and a writer,...
- 7/9/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Sergio Leone’s A Fistful of Dollars, starring Clint Eastwood, is set for a remake now in development from Euro Gang Entertainment.
The classic film, directed by Leone in 1964, created the “spaghetti Western” and was itself a remake of Akira Korosawa’s 1961 film Yojimbo. The latest version will come from Gianni Nunnari and Simon Horseman’s Euro Gang Entertainment and Italian production partner, Enzo Sisti and Fpc S.r.l., and Rome-based Jolly Film, the film’s original producer and distributor.
Leone’s A Fistful of Dollars, about a drifting and detached gunfighter who plays two rival families against each other in a town torn apart by greed, pride and revenge, made Eastwood a star. A Fistful of Dollars was also the first of a trilogy that included For a Few Dollars More and The Good the Bad and the Ugly, films about the “man with no name” that starred Eastwood.
The classic film, directed by Leone in 1964, created the “spaghetti Western” and was itself a remake of Akira Korosawa’s 1961 film Yojimbo. The latest version will come from Gianni Nunnari and Simon Horseman’s Euro Gang Entertainment and Italian production partner, Enzo Sisti and Fpc S.r.l., and Rome-based Jolly Film, the film’s original producer and distributor.
Leone’s A Fistful of Dollars, about a drifting and detached gunfighter who plays two rival families against each other in a town torn apart by greed, pride and revenge, made Eastwood a star. A Fistful of Dollars was also the first of a trilogy that included For a Few Dollars More and The Good the Bad and the Ugly, films about the “man with no name” that starred Eastwood.
- 7/9/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fresh off IndieWire’s list of the 100 greatest Westerns, Sergio Leone’s classic Spaghetti Western “A Fistful of Dollars” is getting a remake.
The original 1964 feature, which starred Clint Eastwood as a nameless gunfighter, began a film trilogy that included “For a Few Dollars More” and “The Good the Bad and the Ugly.” Now, “A Fistful of Dollars” is going to be reimagined by the producers behind “The Departed,” “300,” and “The Talented Mr. Ripley.”
Euro Gang Entertainment, founded by Gianni Nunnari and Simon Horsman, will produce the “A Fistful of Dollars” remake, along with Italian producer Enzo Sisti of Fpc and Rome-based Jolly Film, which produced the original movie. The film is expected to be an English-language remake, but no details have been made public yet.
Euro Gang and Sisti recently collaborated on Roland Emmerich’s upcoming Peacock gladiator series “Those About to Die” starring Anthony Hopkins.
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The original 1964 feature, which starred Clint Eastwood as a nameless gunfighter, began a film trilogy that included “For a Few Dollars More” and “The Good the Bad and the Ugly.” Now, “A Fistful of Dollars” is going to be reimagined by the producers behind “The Departed,” “300,” and “The Talented Mr. Ripley.”
Euro Gang Entertainment, founded by Gianni Nunnari and Simon Horsman, will produce the “A Fistful of Dollars” remake, along with Italian producer Enzo Sisti of Fpc and Rome-based Jolly Film, which produced the original movie. The film is expected to be an English-language remake, but no details have been made public yet.
Euro Gang and Sisti recently collaborated on Roland Emmerich’s upcoming Peacock gladiator series “Those About to Die” starring Anthony Hopkins.
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- 7/9/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Exclusive: Saddle up! One of the great westerns is getting a remake.
Sergio Leone and Clint Eastwood classic A Fistful Of Dollars is set for a movie remake from Euro Gang Entertainment, the company founded by Hollywood vet Gianni Nunnari (300) and Simon Horsman (Magazine Dreams), alongside Italian production vet Enzo Sisti (Ripley) of Fpc, and Rome-based Jolly Film, which produced the original movie.
Hit western A Fistful of Dollars is the story of a wandering gunfighter with no name who plays two rival families against each other in a town torn apart by greed, pride, and revenge.
The film, released in the mid ’60s, helped launch the “spaghetti western” genre and Eastwood’s career (and others including that of composer Ennio Morricone). Its huge success spawned two more films in an iconic trilogy also comprising For a Few Dollars More and The Good the Bad and the Ugly, all starring Eastwood.
Sergio Leone and Clint Eastwood classic A Fistful Of Dollars is set for a movie remake from Euro Gang Entertainment, the company founded by Hollywood vet Gianni Nunnari (300) and Simon Horsman (Magazine Dreams), alongside Italian production vet Enzo Sisti (Ripley) of Fpc, and Rome-based Jolly Film, which produced the original movie.
Hit western A Fistful of Dollars is the story of a wandering gunfighter with no name who plays two rival families against each other in a town torn apart by greed, pride, and revenge.
The film, released in the mid ’60s, helped launch the “spaghetti western” genre and Eastwood’s career (and others including that of composer Ennio Morricone). Its huge success spawned two more films in an iconic trilogy also comprising For a Few Dollars More and The Good the Bad and the Ugly, all starring Eastwood.
- 7/9/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Is cinema really gendered? Well, we would like to say no, but reality says otherwise. Although all movies can be enjoyed by both men and women, there are some that are more obviously made for each group.
For example, we know that silly romantic comedies are mostly watched by female audiences looking for love adventures, and hardcore action thrillers are mostly watched by men. But lately, there have been too many movies made for male audiences, and it seems that the creators have forgotten what a perfect male movie should be like.
We're tired of all the modern clichés that famous action actors like Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone bring to the genre, so let's take a look back and talk about these 5 real old manly dramas.
1. The Mechanic (1972)
It’s funny that we decided to start with this movie, because many of you may only know the late version...
For example, we know that silly romantic comedies are mostly watched by female audiences looking for love adventures, and hardcore action thrillers are mostly watched by men. But lately, there have been too many movies made for male audiences, and it seems that the creators have forgotten what a perfect male movie should be like.
We're tired of all the modern clichés that famous action actors like Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone bring to the genre, so let's take a look back and talk about these 5 real old manly dramas.
1. The Mechanic (1972)
It’s funny that we decided to start with this movie, because many of you may only know the late version...
- 7/6/2024
- by info@startefact.com (Rachel Bailey)
- STartefacts.com
Is cinema really gendered? Well, we would like to say no, but reality says otherwise. Although all movies can be enjoyed by both men and women, there are some that are more obviously made for each group.
For example, we know that silly romantic comedies are mostly watched by female audiences looking for love adventures, and hardcore action thrillers are mostly watched by men. But lately, there have been too many movies made for male audiences, and it seems that the creators have forgotten what a perfect male movie should be like.
We're tired of all the modern clichés that famous action actors like Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone bring to the genre, so let's take a look back and talk about these 5 real old manly dramas.
1. The Mechanic (1972)
It’s funny that we decided to start with this movie, because many of you may only know the late version...
For example, we know that silly romantic comedies are mostly watched by female audiences looking for love adventures, and hardcore action thrillers are mostly watched by men. But lately, there have been too many movies made for male audiences, and it seems that the creators have forgotten what a perfect male movie should be like.
We're tired of all the modern clichés that famous action actors like Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone bring to the genre, so let's take a look back and talk about these 5 real old manly dramas.
1. The Mechanic (1972)
It’s funny that we decided to start with this movie, because many of you may only know the late version...
- 7/6/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Rachel Bailey)
- STartefacts.com
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