65 - Gene Hackman Films

On today’s episode of the Gimme Three Podcast, we honor the legendary Gene Hackman, who recently passed away. Whether it was through comedy, drama, or action, Hackman brought a stern energy and a grounded approach to each and every one of his pictures. 

Today we discuss three of Hackman’s most memorable performances.

• We start with Gene Hackman’s Academy Award-winning performance in the New Hollywood staple, The French Connection. 
• Second, Hackman stars as Coach Dale in the sports classic, Hoosiers. 
• Finally, in our audience pick, one of the legend’s final performances is one to remember in Wes Anderson’s The Royal Tenenbaums. 

Let us know what your favorite Gene Hackman performance is. 

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