Bill Murray, Gene Hackman and Wes Anderson

Bill Murray Remembers Gene Hackman As A "Tough Nut" Who Gave Wes Anderson A "Really Rough" Time On ‘The Royal Tenenbaums'
Bill Murray has paid an honest tribute to Gene Hackman. Murray described Hackman as one of the greats of the acting profession after his death was confirmed on Thursday, but said he could be a “tough nut” to work with.
Bill Murray remembers Gene Hackman treating Wes Anderson like some "punk kid"
Of course, “the performance he gave was brilliant,” Murray adds, theorizing that Hackman had to know the juice was worth the squeeze after seeing the film. “When you see the movie, it’s a real piece of work.
Bill Murray recalls working with ‘tough nut’ Gene Hackman on ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’ after his tragic death
And he was really difficult, we can say it now, but he was a tough guy. Older, great actors do not give young directors much of a chance. They’re really rough on them,” said Bill Murray.
Bill Murray Recalls ‘Tough Nut' Gene Hackman Being ‘Really Rough' on Wes Anderson on ‘The Royal Tenenbaums' Set: ‘I Sympathize' Because ‘To Him, Wes Was Just a Punk Kid'
Bill Murray delivered an honest remembrance of his “The Royal Tenenbaums” co-star Gene Hackman on Thursday, calling him a “brilliant” actor but saying he was a “tough nut” who was “really rough” on director Wes Anderson.
Why The Royal Tenenbaums Is Now The Perfect Gene Hackman Swansong
It wasn't his final role, but Hackman's turn in Wes Anderson's family drama is the perfect summation of his talents, writes Empire's John Nugent.
Bill Murray Remembers Working With ‘Brilliant’ but ‘Tough’ Gene Hackman on ‘Royal Tenenbaums’
Bill Murray remembered Gene Hackman's brilliant acting, but tough attitude when they worked together on 'The Royal Tenenbaums.'
Bill Murray claims Gene Hackman was “really rough” on Wes Anderson following actor’s death
Following news of Gene Hackman's mysterious death, 'The Royal Tenenbaums' co-star Bill Murray has said the actor was "really rough" on director Wes Anderson.
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Hollywood legend Gene Hackman passed away this week and there has been a truly immense outpouring of love for the great actor. There have also been some
Bill Murray Lovingly Remembers Gene Hackman as ‘A Little Irritable’ but ‘Great’ While Filming ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’ | Video
Wes Anderson makes great movies and so does Gene Hackman," the actor tells Drew Barrymore. "You're going to get a good movie.”
Bill Murray Remembers ‘Tough Nut’ Gene Hackman Being ‘Difficult’ on ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’ Set
Bill Murray recalled ‘tough nut’ Gene Hackman being ‘difficult’ with director Wes Anderson on ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’ set
Gene Hackman mourned by Hollywood: Bill Murray remembers 'tough nut' actor who made great movies
Gene Hackman's death left other Hollywood figures, including Bill Murray, Francis Ford Coppola and Dustin Hoffman shocked and saddened.
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Celebrity tributes pour in for Gene Hackman: 'Powerful, subtle, brilliant'
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Gene Hackman, his wife, and their dog were found dead at their home. Here's what we know.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead at their home with their dog. Hackman was known for "Bonnie and Clyde," ...