Budd Boetticher: A Man Can Do That
“The Wild Ride of One of Hollywood's Toughest Directors”
Synopsis
A documentary about filmmaker Budd Boetticher explores his contributions to American cinema, particularly his work in the Western genre. Known for directing a series of low-budget but highly influential films in the 1950s, Boetticher developed a distinctive style that emphasized action, character, and moral ambiguity. The documentary likely examines his career, including his collaborations with actors such as Randolph Scott and his role in shaping the B-Western format. It may also cover his earlier work in Hollywood, his time in Europe, and his later return to filmmaking in the 1960s and 1970s. As a director, screenwriter, and producer, Boetticher left a lasting legacy in film history, and the documentary aims to highlight his artistic vision and impact on the genre.
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Edited by Joel CoxShot by Vic Losick
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17 unique people credited
Top billed cast
Ed Harris
as Narrator
Peter Bogdanovich
as Self
Larry Cohen
as Self - interviewee
Andrew Sarris
as Self - Interviewee
Paul Schrader
as Self - Interviewee
Gretchen Wayne
as Self - Interviewee
Budd Boetticher
as Self
Randolph Scott
as Self
Tyrone Power
as Juan Gallardo
Rita Hayworth
as Doña Sol des Muire
Clint Eastwood
as as Self
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