Cool Hand Luke

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Paul Newman was nominated for an Oscar and George Kennedy received one for his work in this allegorical prison drama. Luke Jackson Paul Newman is sentenced to a stretch on a southern chain gang after he's arrested for drunkenly decapitating parking meters. While the avowed ambition of the captain Strother Martin is for each prisoner to "get their mind right," it soon becomes obvious that Luke is not about to kowtow to anybody. When challenged to a fistfight by fellow inmate Dragline George Kennedy, Luke simply ...
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Overview

Paul Newman was nominated for an Oscar and George Kennedy received one for his work in this allegorical prison drama. Luke Jackson Paul Newman is sentenced to a stretch on a southern chain gang after he's arrested for drunkenly decapitating parking meters. While the avowed ambition of the captain Strother Martin is for each prisoner to "get their mind right," it soon becomes obvious that Luke is not about to kowtow to anybody. When challenged to a fistfight by fellow inmate Dragline George Kennedy, Luke simply refuses to give up, even though he's brutally beaten. Luke knows how to win at poker, even with bad cards, by using his smarts and playing it cool. Luke also figures out a way for the men to get their work done in half the usual time, giving them the afternoon off. Finally, when Luke finds out his mother has died, he plots his escape; when he's caught, he simply escapes again. Soon, Luke becomes a symbol of hope and resilience to the other men in the prison camp -- and a symbol of rebelliousness that must be stamped out to the guards and the captain. Along with stellar performances by Newman, Kennedy, and Martin, Cool Hand Luke features a superb supporting cast, including Ralph Waite, Harry Dean Stanton, Dennis Hopper, Wayne Rogers, and Joe Don Baker as members of the chain gang.
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Special Features

New digital transfer from restored pictures and audio elements; Commentary by historian/Neman biographre Eric Lax; New documentary: A Natural-Born World-Shaker - Making CoolHand Luke; Theatrical trailer
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Editorial Reviews

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Paul Newman created one of the most indelible anti-authoritarian heroes in movie history with his dynamic portrayal of the title character in 1967's Cool Hand Luke. It's some of the best work of Newman's career, and he's ably backed by the excellent Strother Martin -- whose "What we've got here is a failure to communicate" speech took on a life of its own in popular culture -- and George Kennedy, who won an Oscar for the role of Dragline. Luke creates a rich portrait of prison life and the people on both sides of the corrections department. Co-writer Donn Pearce spent time on a chain gang for safe-cracking, and the work has an unmistakable authenticity. The story is ultimately about the senseless righteousness of authority, and about Luke, a man who manages to win even when he loses. The film would usher in a wave of unconventional heroes, from Bonnie and Clyde that same year to Jack Nicholson's McMurphy in 1975's One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 9/9/2008
  • UPC: 085391156819
  • Original Release: 1967

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  • Source: Warner Home Video
  • Presentation: Wide Screen
  • Sound: Dolby Digital Mono
  • Language: English, Français, Español, Deutsche, Italiano, Japanese
  • Time: 2:06:00
  • Format: Blu-ray
  • Sales rank: 19,478

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Paul Newman Lucas (Luke) Jackson
George Kennedy Dragline
J.D. Cannon Society Red
Lou Antonio Koko
Robert Drivas Loudmouth Steve
Strother Martin Captain
Jo Van Fleet Arletta
Clifton James Carr
Morgan Woodward Boss Godfrey
Luke Askew Boss Paul
Marc Cavell Rabbitt
Robert Donner Boss Shorty
Warren Finnerty Tattoo
John McLiam Boss Kean
Wayne Rogers Gambler
Charles Tyner Boss Higgins
Ralph Waite Alibi
Anthony Zerbe Dog Boy
Buck Kartalian Dynamite
Joy Harmon The Girl
Joe Don Baker Fixer
Chuck Hicks Chief
John Pearce John, Sr.
Rush Williams Patrolman
James Jeter Wickerman
Robert Luster Jabo
Rance Howard Sheriff
Dick Davalos Blind Dick
James Gammon Sleepy
Dennis Hopper Babaludgats
Donn Pearce Sailor
Harry Dean Stanton Tramp
Technical Credits
Stuart Rosenberg Director
Gordon Bau Makeup
Gordon Carroll Producer
Conrad L. Hall Cinematographer
Cary O'Dell Art Director
Sam O'Steen Editor
Donn Pearce Screenwriter
Frank Pierson Screenwriter
Fred R. Price Set Decoration/Design
Lalo Schifrin Score Composer
Howard Shoup Costumes/Costume Designer
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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    Cool Hand Luke

    This is a movie that came out when I was young and went to see it at the drive in. Always wanted to see it later in life and I really enjoyed it

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Such a good movie.

    This will always be one of my favorite movies and it will always be my favorite Paul Newman movie.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    A true Classic

    What can be said that hasn't been said already...Classic Newman and unforgettable performances by the whole cast..!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    A reviewer

    Despite what he says about "The Silver Chalice", Newman has never made a bad movie. "Cool Hand Luke" is probably his best, with "Hombre" a VERY close second.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Coolness with Purpose

    Cool Hand Luke was the quintessential 60's movie of bravado and rebelliousness against "The System" even before it became a fade to riot. Made in the early 60's, Newman exudes charisma and yes coolness in an environment ripe for despair, which the warden and guards notices to Luke's dismay in the end, because inevitably you can't beat those in power, even if you speak truth to power.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 30, 2003

    EXAMPLE OF A WELL DONE FILM

    Watched it in class. I admit I don't personally like movies I can't really relate to, but this film was suprisingly moving. the film making is so well done and I admire Stuart Rosenberg's filmmaking technique.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Best Paul Newman movie

    I loved this movie so much! I think it is the best Paul Newman movie. The acting is excellent. I personally think Paul Newman should have won the Oscar for this movie. He is one of my favorite actors of all time. This is a wonderful movie, and I recommend it to everyone.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    My Review

    this is an awesome movie. It has an unbelieveable cast. Paul Newman makes another wonderful performance. i would tell everyone to see this movie.

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