Eastwood didn’t become a true A-list star until the first movie in theDirty Harryfranchiseexploded in 1971.
From there, Eastwood became one of the most prolific actor/directors in the business.
Still, he cut a pretty convincing figure as an action hero for many years.
In hindsight, this was the best thing that could have happened to his career during this time.
It does feature impressive action, from a creative opening car chase to a gigantic warehouse explosion.
Clint needed to reinvent himself onscreen, and he couldn’t have picked a better follow-up toThe RookiethanUnforgiven.
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Unforgiven follows retired gunslinger Will Munny as he is drawn back into his former life for a final mission, seeking justice with his old partner and a young outlaw called The Schofield Kid.