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Hud (1963)

"The man with the barbed-wire soul."

7.319631h 52mEN
DramaWestern

Directed by Martin Ritt

Rating

7.3/10

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

EN

Release

May 28, 1963

Director

Martin Ritt

Official Trailer

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Overview

Hud Bannon is a ruthless young man who tarnishes everything and everyone he touches. Hud represents the perfect embodiment of alienated youth, out for kicks with no regard for the consequences. There is bitter conflict between the callous Hud and his stern and highly principled father, Homer. Hud's ...

Cast

Paul Newman

Paul Newman

Hud Bannon

Melvyn Douglas

Melvyn Douglas

Homer Bannon

Patricia Neal

Patricia Neal

Alma Brown

Brandon De Wilde

Brandon De Wilde

Lon 'Lonnie' Bannon

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

Mr. Burris

Crahan Denton

Crahan Denton

Jesse

John Ashley

John Ashley

Hermy

Val Avery

Val Avery

Jose

George Petrie

George Petrie

Joe Scanlon

Curt Conway

Curt Conway

Truman Peters

Sheldon Allman

Sheldon Allman

Mr. Thompson

Pitt Herbert

Pitt Herbert

Mr. Larker

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Hud (1963), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Hud Bannon is a ruthless young man who tarnishes everything and everyone he touches. Hud represents the perfect embodiment of alienated youth, out for kicks with no regard for the consequences. There is bitter conflict between the callous Hud and his stern and highly principled father, Homer. Hud's nephew Lon admires Hud's cheating ways, though he soon becomes too aware of Hud's reckless amorality to bear him anymore. In the world of the takers and the taken, Hud is a winner. He's a cheat, but, he explains, "I always say the law was meant to be interpreted in a lenient manner."

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Hud. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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