On July 16th, 1988, the greatest Christmas movie of all time was released. Yes, I'm talking about Die Hard. And as it celebrates its anniversary today, I wanted to dive into some stuff about the movie I just learned. Today, we'll go over ten facts you should know about Die Hard and talk about some of the nuances that have made this iconic action movie have staying power after all these years. Let's dive in. 1. It's Based on a Novel.The film is an adaptation of Roderick Thorp's 1979 novel "Nothing Lasts Forever." The book is a sequel to his 1966 novel "The Detective," which was adapted into a 1968 film starring Frank Sinatra. Due to contractual obligations, the role of John McClane was technically first offered to a then 73-year-old Sinatra, who declined. But it would have been fun to see Old Blue Eyes out there kicking terrorist butt. 2. Bruce Willis Was Far from the First Choice.Before Bruce Willis was cast as the iconic John McClane, the role was offered to a long list of established action stars, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Burt Reynolds, and Richard Gere, all of whom turned it down.They really wanted an established action star, and at the time, Willis, known for his comedic role in the TV series Moonlighting.3. It Was Alan Rickman's Feature Film Debut.The role of the calculating and charismatic villain Hans Gruber was the first feature film role for the late Alan Rickman. A seasoned stage actor, Rickman's portrayal...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 16 July