4 Or More Shots From 4 Or More Films is just what it says it is, 4 shots from 4 of our favorite films. As opposed to the reviews and recaps that we usually post, 4 Shots From 4 Films lets the visuals do the talking!
Today, the Shattered Lens pays tribute to director Phil Karlson, who was one of those great directors who never quite got the credit he deserved when he was alive but whose work continues to be rediscovered. Phil Karlson was born 118 years ago today so it’s time for….
4 Shots From 4 Phil Karlson Films
The Phenix City Story (dir by Phil Karlson, DP: Harry Neumann)
Kid Galahad (1962, dir by Phil Karlson, DP: Burnett Guffey)
The Wrecking Crew (1968, dir by Phil Karlson, DP: Sam Leavitt)
Walking Tall (1973, dir by Phil Karlson, DP: Jack A. Marta)
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WOW, I’ve seen three of these films and never knew the Director of them! Thanks for shining a well deserved spotlight on Karlson!
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I was very happy to see Kid Galahad represented. After spending a night at Graceland a couple of weeks ago, I’m more into Elvis now than ever. I also just like the way Bronson smiles at the King in that scene.
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