Gene Hackman

Hackman’s ‘Hoosiers’ (1986) has the winning touch

In the scene everyone remembers from “Hoosiers” (1986), Hickory Huskers coach Norman Dale (Gene Hackman) shows his team that the Butler Fieldhouse dimensions – 10-foot

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‘Enemy of the State’ (1998) continues ‘The Conversation’

“Enemy of the State” (1998) is a link from the Seventies to the Nineties to today as it illustrates spy-state apparatuses at the point of

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‘The Conversation’ (1974) explores psychological price of spying

Fifty years later, “The Conversation” (1974) remains a timely warning (or maybe now it’s just a portrayal, as the time for warnings has passed) about

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‘Replacements’ (2000) strikes balance of heart, dumb humor

There is a great movie to be made about the 1987 Washington Redskins replacement players, but for now I’ll certainly accept the “30 for 30”

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Rowlands shines in character study ‘Another Woman’ (1988)

It’s been said the biggest sin in an actress’ career is turning 40. But there are exceptions where a 40-plus actress gets an amazing role.

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‘Heist’ (2001) boasts intricate plotting, lovable criminals

“Heist” (2001) had the misfortune of being a crime film – and one with an airplane heist in its plot — coming out in the

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‘Crimson Tide’ review

John’s “Crimson Tide” Throwback Thursday review, May 8, 2025 “Crimson Tide” – Executive officer Denzel Washington and captain Gene Hackman play off each other brilliantly

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‘Superman IV: The Quest for Peace’ (1987) fails to execute decent concept

In 1985’s “Rocky IV,” Rocky ends the Cold War with an impassioned speech. Two years later, “Superman IV: The Quest for Peace” (1987) offers a

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‘Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut’ (2006) brings Zod to the fore

“Man of Steel” (2013) ends with Superman ravaging Metropolis in order to defeat General Zod, and that destruction becomes a central issue of “Batman v

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‘Superman’ (1978) lovingly launches superhero resurgence

“Superman” (1978) is a product of its time, something that’s more evident today when contrasted with the muscular and modern “Man of Steel” (2013). Still,

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