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He stated that at 92 this will be his last film, then he'll retire:
https://www.themix.net/2023/04/clint...t-warner-bros/
https://www.themix.net/2023/04/clint...t-warner-bros/
Clint Eastwood doing final movie, then retiring
Hasn't made a good film in a long while.
Richard Jewel - B
The Mule C+
5:17 to Paris D
Sully - B-
American Sniper B+
Invictus B
Gran Torino C-
Changeling B
Letters from Iowa Jima A-
Flags of our Fathers B-
Million Dollar Baby B+
Mystic River B+
Bloodwork B-
Space Cowboys C
True Crime B
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil A
Absolute Power A-
The Bridges of Madison County C+
Unforgiven A
Heartbreak Ridge B-
Pale Rider B-
Tightrope A
Sudden Impact B+
The Gauntlet B+
The Outlaw Josey Wales B
High Plains Drifter C+
Play Misty for Me A-
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Hopefully it'll be a good movie, but I can't expect it to live up to his incredible career. 92, dayum! 2 years younger than my Dad, and alot healthier. Could you imagine if he ever wrote a completely uninhibited tell-all of his life and career? Now THAT would be a movie!
From what I've seen of his I don't think I've seen many bad Clint Eastwood films.
Truly base level awful.
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I hope it's good. Hope he goes out with a BANG!
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Clint Eastwood is one of my favorite actors. I'm thinking of buying all my favorite movies he's acted in.
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We still don't know if this report is actually accurate, so it remains to be seen whether this film will happen or not, or whether Eastwood plans to make it his last.
Clint Eastwood has made too many classic films to not be considered one of the best directors currently working today, and his success as an actor/director is unrivaled in the industry, both for its quality, as well as for its longevity, in my opinion.
On the other hand, while he is my personal favorite, speaking as objectively as I can, I think Clint is an uneven filmmaker, which is caused by his desire to be constantly working, which sometimes leads him to do too many movies. I think that's actually his biggest weakness as a filmmaker. This causes him to choose scripts that aren't ready, stories that are sometimes not that compelling, or that he is not a particularly good fit for, like "Jersey Boys". His efficiency, while it made him a studio darling for decades, delivering films on time and under budget, can sometimes work against him, leading him to do too few takes of scenes, especially with casts who don't have enough skill to produce in that timeframe. Sometimes his casting decisions can be a little off. Much of the cast of "Gran Torino" just couldn't act, it was a really poor decision to cast the actual heroes to play themselves in 15:17 to Paris, etc. His commitment to do so many true life, biographical stories in recent years has led to less interesting films being made. At times, it seems like he made the films purely to honor the subjects, such as "Richard Jewell" and "15:17 to Paris", which to me isn't really an ideal motivation to drive the making of a film. The best reason to make a film in my opinion is the conviction that you believe that you can make a really good movie out of the material.
Clint Eastwood has made too many classic films to not be considered one of the best directors currently working today, and his success as an actor/director is unrivaled in the industry, both for its quality, as well as for its longevity, in my opinion.
On the other hand, while he is my personal favorite, speaking as objectively as I can, I think Clint is an uneven filmmaker, which is caused by his desire to be constantly working, which sometimes leads him to do too many movies. I think that's actually his biggest weakness as a filmmaker. This causes him to choose scripts that aren't ready, stories that are sometimes not that compelling, or that he is not a particularly good fit for, like "Jersey Boys". His efficiency, while it made him a studio darling for decades, delivering films on time and under budget, can sometimes work against him, leading him to do too few takes of scenes, especially with casts who don't have enough skill to produce in that timeframe. Sometimes his casting decisions can be a little off. Much of the cast of "Gran Torino" just couldn't act, it was a really poor decision to cast the actual heroes to play themselves in 15:17 to Paris, etc. His commitment to do so many true life, biographical stories in recent years has led to less interesting films being made. At times, it seems like he made the films purely to honor the subjects, such as "Richard Jewell" and "15:17 to Paris", which to me isn't really an ideal motivation to drive the making of a film. The best reason to make a film in my opinion is the conviction that you believe that you can make a really good movie out of the material.
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We still don't know if this report is actually accurate, so it remains to be seen whether this film will happen or not, or whether Eastwood plans to make it his last.
Clint Eastwood has made too many classic films to not be considered one of the best directors currently working today, and his success as an actor/director is unrivaled in the industry, both for its quality, as well as for its longevity, in my opinion.
On the other hand, while he is my personal favorite, speaking as objectively as I can, I think Clint is an uneven filmmaker, which is caused by his desire to be constantly working, which sometimes leads him to do too many movies. I think that's actually his biggest weakness as a filmmaker. This causes him to choose scripts that aren't ready, stories that are sometimes not that compelling, or that he is not a particularly good fit for, like "Jersey Boys". His efficiency, while it made him a studio darling for decades, delivering films on time and under budget, can sometimes work against him, leading him to do too few takes of scenes, especially with casts who don't have enough skill to produce in that timeframe. Sometimes his casting decisions can be a little off. Much of the cast of "Gran Torino" just couldn't act, it was a really poor decision to cast the actual heroes to play themselves in 15:17 to Paris, etc. His commitment to do so many true life, biographical stories in recent years has led to less interesting films being made. At times, it seems like he made the films purely to honor the subjects, such as "Richard Jewell" and "15:17 to Paris", which to me isn't really an ideal motivation to drive the making of a film. The best reason to make a film in my opinion is the conviction that you believe that you can make a really good movie out of the material.
Clint Eastwood has made too many classic films to not be considered one of the best directors currently working today, and his success as an actor/director is unrivaled in the industry, both for its quality, as well as for its longevity, in my opinion.
On the other hand, while he is my personal favorite, speaking as objectively as I can, I think Clint is an uneven filmmaker, which is caused by his desire to be constantly working, which sometimes leads him to do too many movies. I think that's actually his biggest weakness as a filmmaker. This causes him to choose scripts that aren't ready, stories that are sometimes not that compelling, or that he is not a particularly good fit for, like "Jersey Boys". His efficiency, while it made him a studio darling for decades, delivering films on time and under budget, can sometimes work against him, leading him to do too few takes of scenes, especially with casts who don't have enough skill to produce in that timeframe. Sometimes his casting decisions can be a little off. Much of the cast of "Gran Torino" just couldn't act, it was a really poor decision to cast the actual heroes to play themselves in 15:17 to Paris, etc. His commitment to do so many true life, biographical stories in recent years has led to less interesting films being made. At times, it seems like he made the films purely to honor the subjects, such as "Richard Jewell" and "15:17 to Paris", which to me isn't really an ideal motivation to drive the making of a film. The best reason to make a film in my opinion is the conviction that you believe that you can make a really good movie out of the material.
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He’s one of the biggest legends to ever walk in cinema. There’s no one like him.
At soon-to-be 93 and still making movies. It’s crazy. And having so much success as an actor AND as a director and doing it for so many decades. That’s just insane.
The day he leaves us will be a sad day. I will eagerly await his next project because even if I want his (potentially) last project to be really good, he has nothing to prove anymore. If he wants to keep making films, let him. Clint can do what he wants. And I’ll gladly watch no matter how good they are.
At soon-to-be 93 and still making movies. It’s crazy. And having so much success as an actor AND as a director and doing it for so many decades. That’s just insane.
The day he leaves us will be a sad day. I will eagerly await his next project because even if I want his (potentially) last project to be really good, he has nothing to prove anymore. If he wants to keep making films, let him. Clint can do what he wants. And I’ll gladly watch no matter how good they are.
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Eastwood as an on screen presence is unimpeachable. Possibly limited as an actor, but who cares. The man is pure greatness when he is on camera. There are few I've ever liked better.
As a filmmaker....three of his films are clearly great. Maybe even better than that. Unforgiven, Pale Rider, High Plains Drifter. But I don't know much else outside of those I really care much about. He has made a load I haven't seen, or really, have any real inclination to see. And as good as those three movies above are, him cranking out lukewarm crowdpleasers like Mystic River and Million Dollar Baby are the kind of things that keep me from exploring further.
I can forgive a filmmaker making duds or flops. But those two movies are basically the antithesis of anything I ever want to see again. And they sort of make me distrust his instincts for what kind of movies won't be dull ass shit. But I probably should explore more anyways. Eventually
As a filmmaker....three of his films are clearly great. Maybe even better than that. Unforgiven, Pale Rider, High Plains Drifter. But I don't know much else outside of those I really care much about. He has made a load I haven't seen, or really, have any real inclination to see. And as good as those three movies above are, him cranking out lukewarm crowdpleasers like Mystic River and Million Dollar Baby are the kind of things that keep me from exploring further.
I can forgive a filmmaker making duds or flops. But those two movies are basically the antithesis of anything I ever want to see again. And they sort of make me distrust his instincts for what kind of movies won't be dull ass shit. But I probably should explore more anyways. Eventually
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I agree with you that Eastwood is a very likable actor. The movies that you mention,"Pale Rider", "Unforgiven" and "High Plains Drifter" are quite strong efforts as well. I think one of the reasons that I tend to enjoy his output in recent years much less is because he is usually no longer acting in his movies. Even if I don't love the film, his performance is often quite enjoyable, so there is always something for me to appreciate, while in his director only efforts, if I'm not attracted to the story, there's little to pull me in. It seems like we may have some different tastes though, as I'd consider both "Mystic River" and "Million Dollar Baby" to be among his best efforts, and "Mystic River" in particular is probably the director only effort from him that I enjoy the most. They are definitely downbeat, so if you don't appreciate dark stories, I can certainly understand why you might not enjoy them.
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I can't say that I have any particular liking for the guy., but I don't have to like him to appreciate his films. He brings that sparse, no BS, minimalist, steely-eyed view to movies that's interesting.
I'm glad that I don't seem to live in the same world he brings to his movies, but I do appreciate how well that "world" is portrayed in his films.
I'm glad that I don't seem to live in the same world he brings to his movies, but I do appreciate how well that "world" is portrayed in his films.
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Imagine John Cena, speaking in Mandarin, offering a desperate groveling apology to the Chinese government after accidentally stating that Taiwan "exists." Now try to imagine Clint Eastwood doing it.
I agree with you that Eastwood is a very likable actor. The movies that you mention,"Pale Rider", "Unforgiven" and "High Plains Drifter" are quite strong efforts as well. I think one of the reasons that I tend to enjoy his output in recent years much less is because he is usually no longer acting in his movies. Even if I don't love the film, his performance is often quite enjoyable, so there is always something for me to appreciate, while in his director only efforts, if I'm not attracted to the story, there's little to pull me in. It seems like we may have some different tastes though, as I'd consider both "Mystic River" and "Million Dollar Baby" to be among his best efforts, and "Mystic River" in particular is probably the director only effort from him that I enjoy the most. They are definitely downbeat, so if you don't appreciate dark stories, I can certainly understand why you might not enjoy them.
Oh, I like things dark. I just find those films pretty flat and conventional, and sort of obvious in their emotional manipulation of the audience. Now, I think they are both fairly well made, as is pretty much always the case with Eastwood's work. But I like films that catch me off guard, either stylistically or emotionally or narratively. Those two movies are sort of the epitome of just doing something really competently well, and just kinda hitting the beats required to drum up the appropriate responses, and that kind of thing almost always falls flat for me.
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I've been meaning to watch A Perfect World for a long time. It's supposed to be one of his best. Surprised it hasn't been mentioned or rated yet.
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I've been meaning to watch A Perfect World for a long time. It's supposed to be one of his best. Surprised it hasn't been mentioned or rated yet.
It's not bad. Kind of a mid-grade Costner vehicle. Eastwood directs, but does not feature especially prominently on screen.
This appears to be confirmed now. Also, am I reading too much into this, or do you guys think that this article is implying that the supporting character may be for Clint to play himself? I also note that this article does appear to state that Eastwood does intend to make this his final film.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/mo...te-1235353258/
Clint Eastwood — the legendary actor-director behind Unforgiven, Million Dollar Baby, and Bridges of Madison County — is gearing up to make yet another film for his longtime studio home, Warner Bros.
The 92-year-old is in the process of casting Nicholas Hoult and Toni Collette in Juror No. 2., a legal drama that is set up at Warners. After months of trying to find the right combination of actors and weeks of talks with Hoult and Collette, official offers to the actors went out Thursday.
Juror No. 2 will take place during a murder trial and follows a juror, to be played Hoult, who realizes that he may have caused the victim’s death. He must decide whether to manipulate the jury to save himself, or reveal the truth and turn himself in. Collette would play the prosecutor.
A production start of mid-June is being eyed, which will make Eastwood 93 years old when cameras begin to roll, making him one of the oldest filmmakers still working.
Eastwood’s last movie was Cry Macho, a modern-day Western released in 2021. Eastwood also starred in the movie, which was not well-received. Sources say that the actor-director wanted to find one last project in order to be able to ride off into the sunset with his head held high. He found the script by Jonathan Abrams and decided this was the one. Some rewrites were done to change the ages of certain characters as well as to add a supporting role. Eastwood has been trying to cast the project since late last year with names such as Charlize Theron in the permutations.
Eastwood is producing the movie with Adam Goodman, the former production president of Paramount-turned-producer. Tim Moore and Jessica Meier are also producing.
The 92-year-old is in the process of casting Nicholas Hoult and Toni Collette in Juror No. 2., a legal drama that is set up at Warners. After months of trying to find the right combination of actors and weeks of talks with Hoult and Collette, official offers to the actors went out Thursday.
Juror No. 2 will take place during a murder trial and follows a juror, to be played Hoult, who realizes that he may have caused the victim’s death. He must decide whether to manipulate the jury to save himself, or reveal the truth and turn himself in. Collette would play the prosecutor.
A production start of mid-June is being eyed, which will make Eastwood 93 years old when cameras begin to roll, making him one of the oldest filmmakers still working.
Eastwood’s last movie was Cry Macho, a modern-day Western released in 2021. Eastwood also starred in the movie, which was not well-received. Sources say that the actor-director wanted to find one last project in order to be able to ride off into the sunset with his head held high. He found the script by Jonathan Abrams and decided this was the one. Some rewrites were done to change the ages of certain characters as well as to add a supporting role. Eastwood has been trying to cast the project since late last year with names such as Charlize Theron in the permutations.
Eastwood is producing the movie with Adam Goodman, the former production president of Paramount-turned-producer. Tim Moore and Jessica Meier are also producing.
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