Hud (1963)
Drama WesternBased on 337 votes
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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."
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Story Overview
Hud (1963) is a Drama, Western film directed by Martin Ritt . It takes a grounded and realistic approach, setting the tone and overall direction of the story from the beginning. This slower and more thoughtful approach adds depth, making the emotional moments feel earned rather than forced. The film has a runtime of approximately 112 minutes, allowing the narrative to develop without feeling rushed.
The overall tone remains consistent throughout, which helps the experience feel smooth and immersive rather than scattered. The main cast includes Paul Newman, Melvyn Douglas, Patricia Neal, Brandon De Wilde and Whit Bissell , whose performances add emotional depth and authenticity to the story.
If you enjoy stories that feel serious, mature, and driven by strong character development, this is something you will likely connect with. The writing by Larry McMurtry, Irving Ravetch plays an important role in shaping the narrative and character development. If you enjoy serious, realistic, and story-driven narratives and appreciate stories that focuses on story depth and character development, Hud is definitely worth watching.
Cast & Performances
The movie features performances by Paul Newman as Hud Bannon, Melvyn Douglas as Homer Bannon, Patricia Neal as Alma Brown, Brandon De Wilde as Lon 'Lonnie' Bannon, Whit Bissell as Mr. Burris. These performances help bring the characters to life and add emotional weight to the story.
Paul Newman
Hud Bannon
Melvyn Douglas
Homer Bannon
Patricia Neal
Alma Brown
Brandon De Wilde
Lon 'Lonnie' Bannon
Whit Bissell
Mr. Burris
Crahan Denton
Jesse
John Ashley
Hermy
Val Avery
Jose
George Petrie
Joe Scanlon
Curt Conway
Truman Peters
Sheldon Allman
Mr. Thompson
Pitt Herbert
Mr. Larker
Robert Hinkle
Rodeo Announcer Frank
Sharyn Hillyer
Myra
Yvette Vickers
Lily Peters
Don Kennedy
Charlie Tucker
Carl Low
Mr. Kirby
Wag Blesing
Show Spectator
Peter Brooks
George
Crew
Directed by Martin Ritt, the film maintains a consistent tone that allows the story to unfold in a natural and engaging way. The writing by Larry McMurtry, Irving Ravetch helps shape the characters and narrative structure, giving the film its overall direction. Support from the production team, including Martin Ritt, Irving Ravetch, contributes to the final on-screen presentation.
Martin Ritt
Director
Martin Ritt
Producer
Irving Ravetch
Producer
Irving Ravetch
Writer
Harriet Frank Jr.
Writer
In terms of audience response, Hud has received encouraging ratings. It holds an IMDb rating of 7.8/10 and a TMDB rating of 7.3/10 , reflecting its popularity among viewers worldwide.
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Overall, Hud is a film that offers a complete viewing experience. With its storytelling, performances, and presentation, it remains a good choice for audiences who enjoy Drama, Western content.
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