The Spiritual Sequel to 'Tombstone' Kurt Russell Fought to Make
More than twenty years after starring in Tombstone, Kurt Russell sought to bring its spiritual successor to life. Unlike many stars who fade away after retirement, Russell has continued to shine well into his later years. Since turning 60, he has appeared in everything from blockbuster hits like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 to passion projects such as Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, even portraying Santa Claus on two occasions.
Bone Tomahawk: A Unique Western-Horror Blend
One of Russell’s notable late-career films is the 2015 western Bone Tomahawk, which combines elements of horror. He stars as Sheriff Franklin Hunt, who leads a group from his town on a mission to rescue three hostages taken by a cannibalistic tribe. The film is brutally violent, featuring scenes that have left audiences deeply affected.
Challenges and Commitment Behind the Scenes
Bone Tomahawk marked the feature-length debut of director S. Craig Zahler and experienced a difficult production. Despite the obstacles, Russell was determined to see it completed. He told Esquire,
“It’s just one of those little indie movies that they were going to try to put together. They were coming to me, and I told Craig… that I liked it and I wanted to talk to him about what he wanted to do.”
Russell’s passion for the project underscored his dedication to roles that challenge the typical trajectory of aging actors in Hollywood.
Summary: Kurt Russell defied aging stereotypes by passionately championing unique projects like Bone Tomahawk, blending western and horror genres to create a memorable spiritual successor to Tombstone.