Clint Eastwood also directed a segment ofDirty Harry, during the suicide jumper scene, though he went uncredited.
Dirty Harryalso defines Clint Eastwood’s career in a broader sense.
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Clint Eastwood stars in the western Dirty Harry as a no-nonsense San Francisco cop who takes the law into his own hands in pursuit of a serial killer, Scorpio. Directed by Don Siegel and featuring a memorable score by Lalo Schifrin, the film is known for its iconic catchphrases and intense action scenes, and has influenced countless films and TV shows in the years since its release.
Play Misty for Me is a psychological thriller directed by Clint Eastwood, who also stars as Dave Garver, a California disc jockey. Released in 1971, the film centers on Garver’s entanglement with a fan named Evelyn Draper, played by Jessica Walter. Following a brief liaison, Draper’s obsession with Garver turns increasingly dangerous, triggering a tense narrative about the perils of fixation and the consequences of unwarranted adoration.
