‘The Graduate’: the movie rejection that “still hurts” Gene Hackman
The one that got away.
Gene Hackman
The movies Gene Hackman regrets making: “I started doing thing I didn’t want to do”
A mixed view of his career.
The roles Gene Hackman regretted not playing: “I loved the assignments”
Hackman’s career could have been very different if he’d had his way.
The role Gene Hackman didn’t think he was good enough to play: “I don’t know if I can do this”
Some self-doubt to fuel the process.
‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’: the bizarre final onscreen appearance of Gene Hackman’s career
An unusual swansong for an icon.
The best directors Gene Hackman ever worked with: “They know me and they know what I bring to the work”
Sit back and let the man do his job.
Gene Hackman’s least favourite thing about acting: “It’s very wearying”
An unavoidable part of the job.