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Conversations on Clint
Get ready for a humorous and insightful look into the filmography of Clint Eastwood. In this series, we take a look at each of the 40 films directed by the Hollywood icon, using them to better understand one of America's most fascinating figures.
Episodes
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Gran Torino (2008) with Shawn Glinis | Eastwood's Iconic Later Period Performance
In this episode of Conversations on Clint, we take a deep dive into Clint Eastwood’s seminal 2008 drama, Gran Torino. Joined by film critic Shawn Glinis, we…
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Changeling (2008) | Eastwood Adapts Horrific True-Crime Story with Angelina Jolie
This week, we dive deep into Changeling (2008)—Eastwood’s haunting, real-life mystery starring Angelina Jolie in an Oscar-nominated performance as Christine…
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Letters from Iwo Jima (2006) with Mark Hofmeyer | Eastwood's Empathetic Look at Japanese Soldiers During WWII
This week, Atlanta film critic Mark Hofmeyer joins to break down why "Letters from Iwo Jima" is one of Clint's most powerful and empathetic pictures, a…
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Flags of Our Fathers (2006) | Eastwood Confronts American Myth Making During WWII
This week, the guys take a look back at "Flags of Our Fathers," the first of two movies Eastwood would release about the battle of Iwo Jima in 2006. For this…
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Million Dollar Baby (2004) with Matt Goldberg | Eastwood's Oscar Winning Sports Drama
This week, the guys are joined by Commentary Track's Matt Goldberg to discuss Clint Eastwood's award-winning sports drama "Million Dollar Baby." They talk…
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Mystic River (2003) with Kyle Pinion & Hannah Lodge | Eastwood's Modern Noir on the Tragedy of Fate
In this episode of Conversations on Clint, we're joined by Hannah Lodge and Kyle Pinion from ScreenRex to explore Clint Eastwood’s haunting 2003 neo-noir…
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Blood Work (2002) with Jake Serwin | Underrated Thriller or Forgettable L.A. Mystery
Join the Conversations on Clint crew and Pod Casty For Me's Jake Serwin as they dive deep into Clint Eastwood's 2002 mystery thriller, Blood Work. Directed by…
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Space Cowboys (2000) | Eastwood's Early Aughts Hit About Aging Astronauts
Blast off into Clint Eastwood’s 2000 hit Space Cowboys in this episode of Conversations on Clint. We chart the journey of four veteran test pilots—played by…
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True Crime (1999) with Alejandra Martinez | Eastwood's Late 90s Thriller Taking on the Death Penalty
In this episode of Conversations on Clint, Jesse, Trace, and Jay dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s 1999 investigative thriller, True Crime. Joined by special…
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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (1997) with Jenny Nulf | Eastwood's Ode to Savannah, Georgia
This week on Conversations on Clint, we take a trip down to Savannah, Georgia, to tackle Clint Eastwood’s atmospheric 1997 adaptation of John Berendt’s…
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Absolute Power (1997) | Eastwood's Pulpy Clinton-Era Political Thriller
In this episode, we explore Clint Eastwood’s 1997 political crime thriller Absolute Power. Trace, Jay, and Jesse break down Eastwood’s dual role as director…
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The Bridges of Madison County (1995) with Sophia Ciminello | Clint Eastwood Romantic Masterpiece with Meryl Streep
In this episode of Conversations on Clint, we're joined by special guest Sophia Ciminello dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s 1995 romantic masterpiece, The…
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A Perfect World (1993) with Josh Sewell | Eastwood's Underrated Gem Starring Kevin Costner
In this episode of Conversations on Clint, we dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s underrated 1993 masterpiece, A Perfect World, featuring guest Josh Sewell…
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Unforgiven (1992) with Ryan McQuade | Clint Eastwood's Oscar-Winning Masterpiece
In this episode of Conversations on Clint, we dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s 1992 Oscar-winning masterpiece, Unforgiven. Widely regarded as one of the…
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The Rookie (1990) | Eastwood, Sheen, and '90s Buddy Cop Mayhem
In this episode, we tackle 1990's action-thriller The Rookie—an explosive entry in the classic '90s buddy cop genre. Directed by and starring Clint Eastwood as…
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White Hunter Black Heart (1990) with Josh Martin | Eastwood's Meta Hollywood Drama
Killing an elephant is a sin, but Clint's gonna do it anyway! This week, Jesse Nussman, Trace Sauveur, and Jay Ledbetter are joined by critic Josh Martin to…
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Bird (1988) with Nick Johnston | Charlie Parker, Music Biopics, and Forest Whitaker’s Breakout
On this episode of "Conversations on Clint," hosts Jesse Nussman, Jay Ledbetter, and Trace Sauveur discuss Eastwood's 1988 biopic of jazz legend Charlie Parker…
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Heartbreak Ridge (1986) | Military Badasses and Reagan Era Propaganda
On this episode of "Conversations on Clint," hosts Jesse Nussman, Jay Ledbetter, and Trace Sauveur discuss Eastwood's biggest hit of the 1980s, the military…
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Pale Rider (1985) | Clint's Classical Western Myth
Clint Eastwood returns to the western genre 10 years after 'Josey. Whales,' as a ghostly preacher protecting a group of minors from a corrupt landman. We talk…
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Sudden Impact (1983) with Zach Nix | Dirty Harry's Return, and '80s Vigilante Justice
Go ahead, make our day... This week, we're not only talking about 1983's "Sudden Impact" but the entire "Dirty Harry" series. We'll discuss how Clint…
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Honkytonk Man (1982) | Clint Explores Country Music in Bittersweet Depression Era Drama,
This week, we look at Clint's second movie of 1982, a lighthearted road movie about a dying country music singer and his nephew. We examine why the movie…
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Firefox (1982) | Cold War Tech-Thrillers, Stealth Jets, and High-Flying Suspense
What happens when Clint Eastwood tries to make an early 80s effects blockbuster? You might be surprised. This week, we're looking at how Clint attempted to…
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Bronco Billy (1980) | Wild West Shows, Nostalgic Americana, and Eastwood’s Turn to Quirky Comedy
Yee haw! Saddle up, little partners, because on this week's episode, we're discussing Clint Eastwood's early 80s comedy "Bronco Billy," its unique earnestness…
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The Gauntlet (1977) | Sondra Locke, Action Cinema, and Endless Gunfire
This week, we're talking bullet-riddled buses, corrupt police, and 70s paranoia in one of the decade's most ludicrous action movies - "The Gauntlet." It's…
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The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) | Revisionist Westerns, Post-Civil War America
This week, we tackle one of Eastwood's most iconic works, "The Outlaw Josey Wales," taking a look at the movie's behind-the-scenes drama, its violent vision of…
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The Eiger Sanction (1975) | Mountain Climbing Thrillers, Cold War Spies, and Death-Defying Stunts
Clint Eastwood attempts his own Bond franchise in this outrageous piece of 70s pulp that goes down as one of the strangest - and deadliest - movies in his…
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Breezy (1973) | May-December Romance and '70s Counterculture,
In this week's episode, Jesse, Jay, and Trace discuss one of Eastwood's most curious titles: 1973's "Breezy." The boys grapple with the film's May-December…
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High Plains Drifter (1973) | Supernatural Westerns, Ghostly Revenge, and Eastwood’s Dark Vision
In this week's episode, Jesse, Jay, and Trace discuss the first of Eastwood's many westerns as a filmmaker. But, this isn't your typical tale of white hat vs…
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Play Misty for Me (1971) | Psychological Thrillers, Stalkers, and Eastwood's Directorial Debut
Welcome to the first episode of "Conversations on Clint," a show that explores one of Hollywood's most iconic figures through his directorial work! This…