Gene hackman is one of the greatest actors of all time. He can portray antagonists or protagonists equally well. Mississippi burning is one of the greatest movies he is in. I hope he enjoys his retirement.
He does bring that element of controlled rage to a lot of his roles. There's an element of violence and danger just beneath the surface. He comes across as a genial guy most of the time, but one you don't want to cross or have him mad at you...
One of my favourite films. The acting, the eerie music & the fact that the film was based around actual events all combine to make it a cinematic masterpiece.
Both Gene and John (journalist) were a cut above in their chosen fields. Both expressed true professionalism. Much different from what we see these days.
Every time I see Hackman in any of his *long* list of serious rolls, I'm reminded of just how far down the sewer 'woke'-activist hollywood has gone in the last decade, with no signs of it ever correcting. This man is made of pure legend and just oozes awesomeness.
Would love to know him. He is very special as is Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman. There are truly immensely qualities he has .. a mysterious man, a truthful man. 😁😁🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🐾🐾🙏💙
I feel like MB is one of the rare films that benefits from a little bit of artistic license. It wasn't like this in reality, the FBI agents in real life they sent to Mississippi were more like thugs who beat people to get the information from them; the film borrows from the skeletal structure of what happened (three civil rights activists go missing) but then bootstraps it to tell its own story
I define a good actor by whatever role they take they can convince you they are “that” role ( obviously). That’s what a lot of people I know miss, they go by “ most popular “. Hackman is a guy whether he is a cop, admiral or lex Luthor he 💯 convinces the audience he is “ that “ role. Simple. Popularity is a different thing. I love the rock but for example his movie acting skills are not convincing.
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Gene is 93 today. Happy Birthday Mr. Hackman!!
Whaaaaaaat? Time is flying on by 😳
I love you, Gene Hackman ❤️
2024 July I saw him getting a burger in the corner store in New York. Great Bloke!.
I remember his role in " Under Suspicion ", when in a choked voice...lied about what he didn't do...and in the end how he turned and walked away.
Gene hackman is one of the greatest actors of all time. He can portray antagonists or protagonists equally well. Mississippi burning is one of the greatest movies he is in. I hope he enjoys his retirement.
hes a scientologist!
Yep In my top 5 fav.
Happy birthday 🎂 to legendary Gene hack man
Gene Hackman is not only a brilliant actor , but also a very humble , very authentic person, highly thoughtful and intelligent .
amen
He's within first 10 actors in my list. If not number one, pretty close to it!!!!
Yes he is brillant! The same Category as Spencer Tracey!
Such a great actor. One of a kind!
Yeah, Popeye Doyle was a great character, and the Mississippi movie was great. One of my fav actors for sure.
Gene Hackman, a legend.
One of the greatest ever . In my humble opinion .
One of America's finest.
Amazing movie, terrific acting - also from Willem Dafoe, Frances McDormand, Brad Dourif, and others
I've never seen better.
He does bring that element of controlled rage to a lot of his roles. There's an element of violence and danger just beneath the surface. He comes across as a genial guy most of the time, but one you don't want to cross or have him mad at you...
One of my favourite films. The acting, the eerie music & the fact that the film was based around actual events all combine to make it a cinematic masterpiece.
Class act right there!!! One of my favourite films
What a guy! Few actors hold a candle to him.
I always lookforward to his work. Not only is he a fine actor but he has instant charisma on screen...
Both Gene and John (journalist) were a cut above in their chosen fields. Both expressed true professionalism.
Much different from what we see these days.
Yes. It sounds like the journalist respected G. Hackman.
Wow. Gene Hackman 94... Love this guy. Love this movie and all of his work. Joe Nashville
Didn't realise he was the same age as Clint Eastwood. Both Hollywood legends!
Loved Gene Hackman in Mississippi burning. Sat my kids down to watch it.
What a legend.
Love Gene Hackman, utter legend and lovely guy in this piece.
Simply one of the greatest, love Gene's movies.❤❤❤
Have never seen him in a bad movie yet. Is my favourite actor.
Gene Hackman is a great actor ! A one of a kind ! Puts his heart n soul into his performances ! To me he is a legend in the movie industry
Wonderful Actor,wonderful Man,a fine example of a man who doesn't have to be mainstream handsome,to be very sexy indeed.
I would love to meet and hug Gene. You might think you are common but to anyone outside USA you are very special and loved
He might the best ever.
incredible actor and what a role.
Love his acting and I find him extremely attractive 😍
gene is a great man the movie mississippi burning one of the most upsettin movies ever..........period
Loved every one of your movies. Happy birthday!
One of the greatest .
Sounds like a highly intelligent man.
One of the last great actors who is just genuinely good.
One of my top favorite actors
One of the best actors of all time. First time I seen him interviewed-Sharp as a tack in real life.
What a normal guy, showing almost none of the complexity he injects into his characters on screen! Great actor, great interview!
Gene Hackman is the best and very grounded.
A+ Interviewer!
Loved him in the French Connection
Gene is one of my favorite people!
Great film. Great cast.
Every time I see Hackman in any of his *long* list of serious rolls, I'm reminded of just how far down the sewer 'woke'-activist hollywood has gone in the last decade, with no signs of it ever correcting. This man is made of pure legend and just oozes awesomeness.
Agree. Hollywood is now in an appalling state.
Such a talented actor.
My favorite actor
If Anthony Hopkins never took the role, Gene would've made an excellent Hannibal Lecter.
Great film and Great actor
Wow, just Wow....
Would love to know him. He is very special as is Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman. There are truly immensely qualities he has
.. a mysterious man, a truthful man. 😁😁🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🐾🐾🙏💙
Absolute Top Film.
I think Hackman and Denzel are the best actors I've ever scene.
Which is why crimson tide Is completely great!!!!
Brilliant movie
Great actor Gene Hackman.
Great movie...
That movie had a brilliant soundtrack throughout
Interesting questions. Good interview
great man, great film
I wasn't even born yet but this movie made me cry because I'm weak I guess. But I loved him in this movie although that element was fictional.
From a time where interviews where a professional thing.
Happy birthday Popeye are you still picking your feet in Poughkeepsie thank you for all the great movies through the years
Just an amazing actor.
I love Mr. Hackman
Mejor actor y se ve q no actuaba sus sentimientos verdadedos
Love Gene, a sensational actor.
Greatest actor
El gran Gene Hackman 👍👍👍🇨🇱
Rest in peace sammy wilson
GH - puts the rest out of sight.
A shame DeNiro did not learn from this very decent actor.
A very good actor 👍
and in real life also a real marine ....a definite bad ass .....
The best
I feel like MB is one of the rare films that benefits from a little bit of artistic license. It wasn't like this in reality, the FBI agents in real life they sent to Mississippi were more like thugs who beat people to get the information from them; the film borrows from the skeletal structure of what happened (three civil rights activists go missing) but then bootstraps it to tell its own story
NO "um", "yeah yeah yeah", "like" or "ya know" . Thanks Mr. Hackman .
I define a good actor by whatever role they take they can convince you they are “that” role ( obviously). That’s what a lot of people I know miss, they go by “ most popular “. Hackman is a guy whether he is a cop, admiral or lex Luthor he 💯 convinces the audience he is “ that “ role. Simple. Popularity is a different thing. I love the rock but for example his movie acting skills are not convincing.
You sound like him😮😮 You sound like you landed on the moon, first step
The best 🙄
Isn't he beautiful
Controlled Rage champion
He looks a little like Robin Williams.
I don’t see it
Before DDL, this guy was on top in my book. Particularly in this film.
Interesting to watch him unnecessarily feel guilt at his whiteness and social station, so long ago and yet still pervasive.