White Hunter, Black Heart 1990
“An adventure in obsession...”
What is White Hunter, Black Heart?
White Hunter, Black Heart is a 1990 American adventure and drama film produced, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. The story follows renowned filmmaker John Wilson as he travels to Africa to direct a new movie, only to repeatedly leave his cast and crew behind to hunt elephants and other game before becoming ultimately obsessed with hunting down one specific animal.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1990
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 112 minutes
- Release date
- May 16, 1990
- Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, Malpaso Productions, Rastar Productions
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama
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Overview
White Hunter, Black Heart is a 1990 American adventure and drama film produced, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. The story follows renowned filmmaker John Wilson as he travels to Africa to direct a new movie, only to repeatedly leave his cast and crew behind to hunt elephants and other game before becoming ultimately obsessed with hunting down one specific animal.
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes and was released in the United States on September 14, 1990. It presents an adventure in obsession centered on a filmmaker whose pursuit of big game overshadows his professional responsibilities.
Should you watch it?
“A renowned filmmaker travels to Africa to direct a new movie but becomes obsessed with hunting elephants.”
- Directed by and starring Clint Eastwood
- Explores a gripping story of obsession in an adventure and drama format
- Features a character study of a filmmaker traveling to Africa
- It may not appeal to viewers seeking fast-paced action rather than a character-driven drama.
Watch it if you are interested in a drama about a filmmaker whose obsession with hunting disrupts his production in Africa.
The film combines adventure and drama elements with a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes.
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Where to stream White Hunter, Black Heart?
Streaming availability varies, but the film is listed as available to rent or buy through digital platforms.
Is White Hunter, Black Heart worth watching?
It is an adventure and drama film directed by and starring Clint Eastwood that explores a filmmaker's consuming obsession in Africa.
What is the runtime or binge duration of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes.
What are the essential scenes or episodes?
As a feature film rather than a television series, it has a single continuous narrative centered on John Wilson's journey to Africa and his hunting obsession.