PDF Mozart's Women: His Family; His Friends; His Music by Jane Glover in Arts-Photography

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Famous for his masculine swagger and gritty roles; American cultural icon Clint Eastwood has virtually defined the archetype of the tough lawman. Beginning with his first on-screen appearance in the television series Rawhide (1959--1965) and solidified by his portrayal of the "Man with No Name" in Sergio Leones "Dollars" trilogy (1964--1966); he rocketed to stardom and soon became one of the most recognizable actors in Hollywood. The Philosophy of Clint Eastwood examines the philosophy and psychology behind this versatile and controversial figure; exploring his roles as actor; musician; and director. Led by editors Richard T. McClelland and Brian B. Clayton; the contributors to this timely volume discuss a variety of topics. They explore Eastwoods arresting critique and revision of the traditional western in films such as Unforgiven (1992); as well as his attitudes toward violence and the associated concept of masculinity from the Dirty Harry movies (starting in 1971) to Gran Torino (2008). The essays also chart a shift in Eastwoods thinking about the value of so-called rugged individualism; an element of many of his early films; already questioned in Play Misty for Me (1971) and decisively rejected in Million Dollar Baby (2004). Clint Eastwood has proven to be a dynamic actor; a perceptive and daring director; as well as an intriguing public figure. Examining subjects such as the role of civil morality and community in his work; his use of themes of self-reliance and religious awareness; and his cinematic sensibility; The Philosophy of Clint Eastwood will provide readers with a deeper sense of Eastwood as an artist and illuminate the philosophical conflicts and resolutions that drive his films.