Tag Archives: Paul Newman

Oscarama Stats: Same Actor, Same Role

It’s awards season again, and this past week brought out the nominations for the 2015 Academy Awards. As always, there’s a lot that people are discussing, from the racial makeup of the nominees to the fact that the third sequel … Continue reading

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Rock Liebster

So there’s this meme going around called the “Liebster Award”; it’s basically a way to pass around questions and draw attention to other blogs. I’ve been tagged by three people (that I know of; if I’ve missed one, sorry!), so … Continue reading

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Favorite Films: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid

“What happened to the old bank? It was beautiful.”“People kept robbing it.” “Small price to pay for beauty.” Adapted from a screenplay by William Goldman, director George Roy Hill’s 1969 film, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, opens with a … Continue reading

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The Sting

Directed by George Roy Hill, 1973’s The Sting re-teamed Paul Newman and Robert Redford, who had previously starred together in 1969’s classic Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. It would go on to win seven Oscars (and three more nominations), … Continue reading

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Cool Hand Luke

After taking a day or two off, let’s start the new year off right by reviewing a critically-acclaimed film starring one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors, Paul Newman. Directed by Stuart Rosenberg, 1967’s Cool Hand Luke is one of Newman’s … Continue reading

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