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The 1980 movie Clint Eastwood called his definitive film: “About a dreamer”
Clint Eastwood described his 1980 film *Bronco Billy* as his “definitive” work because it reflected his affinity with dreamers and outsiders. The film mattered personally to Eastwood as a gentler, more optimistic departure from the hard-edged roles that had made him famous.
Eastwood directed, produced and starred as the leader of a struggling Wild West travelling show, alongside Sondra Locke. Released in 1980, the comedy-drama performed modestly compared with some of his other films, but he continued to regard it as especially close to his own outlook and values.
In short
- Eastwood called *Bronco Billy* his definitive film.
- He identified with its optimistic dreamer protagonist.
- The 1980 film was a personal departure from tougher roles.
Explained simply
Bronco Billy is a 1980 film directed by and starring Clint Eastwood, who also produced it. The comedy-drama follows the leader of a struggling travelling Wild West show.
Eastwood had built his reputation playing tough, hard-edged characters. Bronco Billy was different – a gentler and more optimistic film that was closer to what Eastwood himself believed in and valued.
The film made less money at the box office than some of his other work. Nevertheless, Eastwood has always regarded it highly because it was about dreamers and outsiders – characters with whom he felt a strong connection.