Tag: Tombstone
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Kurt Russell Isn’t What Makes ‘Tombstone’ a Great Western
Tombstone is one of the last great Westerns, a rousing slice of old-fashioned pulp fun that would make Sam Peckinpah proud, and the last gasp of a type of Western snuffed out by modern blockbuster Hollywood and the ripple effects of Unforgiven. Leading the charge (and secretly directing the film) is Kurt Russell in a…
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Why Wyatt Earp’s First Preview Frustrated Kevin Costner
There isn’t a single historical figure of the 19th century whose life has been more mythologized via motion pictures than Wyatt Earp. Several great Westerns have been dedicated to his exploits. John Ford’s “My Darling Clementine,” John Sturges’ “Gunfight at the O.K. Corral,” and George P. Cosmatos’ “Tombstone” are widely considered the best of the…
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Tombstone’s Chaotic Production Had Kurt Russell Pulling Triple Duty
John Ford may forever be considered the king of the Western genre. However, mimicking his style in the 1990s proved to be costly for writer and first-time director Kevin Jarre. After penning the screenplay for “Tombstone” Jarre was also hired to direct the 1993 Western. But soon after production started, trouble rode into town.At the…
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‘Acidman’ Review: Thomas Haden Church Gives Best Performance of His Career in This Undercooked Drama
Thomas Haden Church is one of cinema’s most underrated actors. His gruff, baritone voice and rugged mien shot him to stardom in “Tombstone” and catapulted him to critical acclaim in “Sideways.” In between turns in the Tobey Maguire-led “Spider-Man” franchise, he has settled in as a dependable character actor. And yet, these workmanlike performances only…
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The Best Movies And Shows Coming To Peacock In September 2021
It’s time for back to school, which means it’s time to return to Whitlock High. Peacock’s original series “A.P. Bio” will return for its fourth season this month. There’s something for everyone hitting the platform this month, with episodes of NBC series favorites like “Chicago Fire” and “Law and Order” at the ready for grandma, movies…