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Clint Eastwood is without a doubt one of the greatest performers to ever feature in a movie. Adding to his acting prowess, he also excels as a director, for which he has received several awards. Even now, at the age of 93, he has not left his passion for acting and directing and it is proof that he is an undisputed legend in his business.
Clint Eastwood has been in the industry for numerous decades and there are a handful of things that can amaze him as he has seen everything there was to see and experience in the industry. But when theJurassic Parkdirector, Steven Spielberg gave him early access to his billion-dollar franchise, the actor was stunned.
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Clint Eastwood Was Terrified When He Was Introduced to the T-Rex
When Steven Spielberg first showed Clint Eastwood the T-Rex animatronic, he was frightened and his response allegedly astounded Spielberg. He had never previously witnessed Eastwood acting so terrified, and it struck him how lifelike the dinosaurs were.The Good, the Bad and the Uglyactor, according to Jurassic Park actress Laura Dern, was scared by the life-like dinosaur.
It makes sense why Eastwood would be so terrified. The T-Rex animatronic is astonishingly realistic. It weighs more than 9 tonnes and is more than 40 feet long and 20 feet tall. Its eyes can detect movement, and its head and neck can move. The animatronic is so lifelike that some visitors have even been duped into thinking it is a genuine dinosaur.
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One of the major factors that madeJurassic Parksuch a breakthrough movie was the T-Rex module. The special effects were so lifelike that they contributed to the credibility of the dinosaurs and this increased the intrigue and excitement of the movie and contributed to its cultural phenomenon. Dern shared during an interview withUproxx,
“He is seeing this life-size beast. He was like, ‘That’ll scare the hell out of you!’ I was just like, ‘Oh my God, my life is so amazing.'”
This instance demonstrates how even experienced performers may be awed by the strength of special effects. It also demonstrates how meticulously the dinosaurs forJurassic Parkwere created. Despite his initial skepticism, which was understandable,Clint Eastwoodwas reportedly noticeably startled when he saw the T-Rex, according to many reports.
The Multi-Billion Dollar Jurassic Park Franchise
The 1993Steven SpielbergmovieJurassic Parkis vastly responsible for the success of theJurassic Parkseries in Hollywood. The movie was both a critical and financial success, and it contributed to reviving dinosaur enthusiasm that had been fading since the 1960s. The success of the movie has led to a variety of spin-offs, amusement park attractions, and other products.
The theme park attractions from theJurassic Parkfranchise have proven popular in Hollywood in addition to the movies. Since its 1996 debut at Universal Studios Hollywood, the original Jurassic Park ride has been a well-liked attraction. Millions of visitors have experienced the rollercoaster and theme parks around the globe. They have also aided in bringing the dinosaurs of Jurassic Park to life.
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The rise of Jurassic Park in Hollywood is a testament to the power of cinema and special effects. The Jurassic Park franchise is a global phenomenon, and it is sure to continue to entertain and amaze audiences for many years to come. The franchise has amassed a total of over $6 billion at the box office from its worldwide releases.
Source:Uproxx
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