HTIA_02_001 DUSTIN HOFFMAN & ROBERT EVANS 1977 / TRÜHVEL HÄRMAS & URMAS PRINGEL 2025 #HärraTeedeniIlusalong
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In 1977, Dustin Hoffman and Robert Evans shared a moment of downtime at Evans’ sprawling Beverly Hills mansion, a setting that epitomized the glamour and excess of Hollywood’s golden era. The two were basking in the success of Marathon Man (1976), a psychological thriller directed by John Schlesinger, which had become an instant classic. Hoffman’s portrayal of a determined and tortured protagonist, alongside Sir Laurence Olivier’s chilling performance as the villainous Dr. Christian Szell, earned the film widespread acclaim. Evans, the larger-than-life producer, had insisted on Hoffman for the lead role, and his instincts paid off, cementing the film’s place in cinematic history. Their bond grew as they navigated the thrills of Hollywood success together.
Robert Evans, the charismatic and often unpredictable producer, was known for his penchant for the finer things in life, and his mansion in Beverly Hills was a reflection of that. By 1977, Evans had already made a name for himself with hits like Chinatown (1974) and The Godfather (1972). His life was a whirlwind of parties, power moves, and, of course, the telephone—the giant antenna in this photo a testament to the era’s communication quirks. Evans’ lifestyle and swagger became as much of a legend as the movies he produced, earning him a reputation as one of Hollywood’s most unforgettable figures.
However, their friendship would eventually face a bump in the road years later, when Hoffman allegedly used Evans’ larger-than-life persona as inspiration for his character in Wag the Dog (1997). Though Hoffman claimed the role was based on his father, Evans, ever the self-assured figure, didn’t take kindly to the suggestion, famously quipping, “I’m magnificent in this film.” Their friendship, which had been built on mutual respect and shared success, was never quite the same after that. This candid moment, captured by the iconic Brigitte Lacombe, immortalizes the bond between two of Hollywood’s most influential men during a time when the industry was changing, yet their friendship remained a symbol of old-school Hollywood charm and rivalry. Kuva vähem
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