Clint Eastwood: Out of the Shadows (2000)
Warner Home Video

Description

Hollywood careers are full of make-or-break moments. For Clint Eastwood one such moment came when studio powers agreed to let him make his directing debut with "Play Misty for Me" - provided he would direct for free. Eastwood didn't hesitate to agree. That story and others comprise this portrait of the famed Hollywood icon narrated by Morgan Freeman. From bit roles to Oscar gold from 16-year-old barroom pianist to jazz emissary from Dirty Harry controversy to Western classics to "Space Cowboys" Eastwood's career is explored via a captivating array of film clips interviews and more.

Collected reviews and ratings

9.2 digitallyobsessed.com | Kevin Clemons

Perhaps the quintessential film "triple threat" (acting, composing, directing), Clint Eastwood's life is something of wonder. This ninety-minute documentary is perhaps the best way to realize over and over that Eastwood is in fact an American classic. Recommended.
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8.4 DVD Verdict | Patrick Naugle

An intriguing look at an America original. Eastwood buffs will definitely want to own this documentary for their collection.
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8.0 Amazon user reviews

This DVD is great not only as a source of information on such an inspiring man, but also as a wealth of tips on how to direct.
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7.0 DVD File | James Howard, Jr

This well-produced portrait shares many glimpses of Eastwood's success, from a 16-year-old bar room pianist, to actor, to director, to icon. Given the expanse of Eastwood's career, however, I do think this could have been longer.
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6.0 DVD Talk | Aaron Beierle

Not a complete or ultimate look at Eastwood's outstanding career, "Out of the Shadows" still does offer a moderately interesting amount of information and some insightful interviews.
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