Clint: A Retrospective
by Richard Schickel, Clint Eastwood (Introduction)

Uncharacteristic as it may be, I imagine Clint Eastwood might be a little choked-up about the publication of Clint: A Retrospective by prominent film critic and celebrated documentary filmmaker Richard Schickel. The Tinseltown and American icon could conceivably be squinty-eyed with emotion - to hold back a tear or two, no doubt - and find his voice has a catch, or a catch-phrase or two, as he tries to speak.

But who could blame him for any pride and gratitude felt over a project that, amongst Schickel's enlightening commentary, celebrates his 50-year, 60-film career with over 300 images, including stills from superb cinematic performances, and behind-the-scenes photos? From "spaghetti westerns" and Dirty Harry to Invictus, Clint salutes its subject as both actor and director, for his musical compositions, and as multiple Oscar-winner for his achievements in front of and behind the camera, contributing to his continuing allure and his critical and box office success.

- Words by Gordon Hauptfleisch