“I was just blown away by how accurate [he] was, how he really got Ben... There was one moment when Ben comes into the newsroom, and he’s in black tie and they’ve got this story they want to run. Ben reads it and throws it back on the desk and says, ‘Run that baby.’ And as he’s walking out of the newsroom, he smacks his hands, you know, like ‘yes!’ It was such a Ben gesture, and Jason just—I don’t know where he got it, whether he saw Ben do it or whether he made it up or not. But it was just per

"I feel as though I'm standing on magic legs in a special effects process shot that is too unbelievable to imagine and far too costly to make a reality." Tom Hanks accepts the Best Actor In a Leading Role Oscar for his iconic performance in the eponymous film 'Forrest Gump.' The film was nominated for 13 Oscars and won 6 at the 67th Academy Awards. Hanks, who had won Best Actor the previous year for 'Philidelphia,' is only one of five actors to have one back-to-back acting Oscars. This list of c

Two near-stars of FITZCARRALDO, formidable two-time Oscar winner Jason Robards Jr. and ageless rock icon Mick Jagger, were both born on this day! 🎂🎂 Robards was forced out of the Amazon after contracting dysentery and ultimately replaced by Klaus Kinski, while OG ship captain Jagger had to leave before reshoots to tour with the Rolling Stones. See what could have been in the above clip from BURDEN OF DREAMS. Les Blank’s gripping account of the delirious, onerous production is now playing with

Charles Bronson and Jason Robards in Once Upon a Time in the West (1968)🤠 #westernmovies | Classic Western Movies

Witness a master of the stage, Jason Robards, share his fascinating journey through the evolving world of theatre in this captivating archival clip. With his genuine passion for storytelling, Robards discusses the transformative process of bringing a play to life, underscoring how every performance is a unique experience shaped by its cast and director. Dive into the excitement of creative evolution as he reflects on his time in Park Your Car in Harvard Yard and the thrill of uncovering new reve

Dive into the profound reflections of the legendary Jason Robards as he shares his thoughts on being hailed as America’s foremost interpreter of Eugene O’Neill. This captivating archival footage from 1991 reveals the humility and insights of a true theatrical titan. Robards discusses the ephemeral nature of theater and his journey through the arts, emphasizing the fleeting glory of accolades while recognizing the emerging talent in the industry. With anecdotes about his storied career, including