description Hud Overview
Hud is a 1963 American Western film directed by Martin Ritt and starring Paul Newman. Based on Larry McMurtry’s novel, the story centers on the troubled life of Hud Bannon, a character initially conceived as minor but elevated to lead role. The film represents a revisionist approach to the Western genre.
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info Hud Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1963 |
help Hud FAQ
Why does the Bannon family's cattle herd face destruction in Hud?
A dead cow raises fears of foot-and-mouth disease, threatening the entire herd on Homer Bannon's Texas ranch. Hud wants to protect the family's finances through dishonest measures, while Homer insists on accepting the consequences.
Is Hud Bannon supposed to be an admirable antihero?
The film presents Hud as charismatic but selfish, predatory, and morally corrosive. Paul Newman's appeal complicated that intention because some viewers admired Hud despite the story's criticism of him.
Which Larry McMurtry novel was Hud based on?
Hud was adapted from McMurtry's 1961 novel Horseman, Pass By. The film elevated Hud Bannon from a supporting presence into the title character.
Who won Oscars for acting in Hud?
Patricia Neal won Best Actress for playing the Bannon housekeeper Alma, and Melvyn Douglas won Best Supporting Actor as Homer Bannon. The 1963 film also won for James Wong Howe's black-and-white cinematography.
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