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Film Icons: Dennis Hopper / Isabella Rossellini

2024/8/29
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Dennis Hopper discusses his role as Frank Booth in Blue Velvet, his early career in Rebel Without a Cause and Easy Rider, and his struggles with substance abuse.
  • Hopper connected with Frank Booth's character on a deep level.
  • He drew inspiration from his own experiences with addiction and obsession.
  • Hopper learned acting techniques from James Dean, emphasizing moment-to-moment reality.
  • His substance abuse eventually led to a decline in his career, impacting his reputation and opportunities.

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We continue our Classic Films and Movie Icons series and feature archival interviews with Dennis Hopper and Isabella Rossellini. They co-starred in the movie Blue Velvet, and after it became a hit, both of their careers were redefined. Later, on the centennial of singer Dinah Washington's birth, jazz historian Kevin Whitehead has appreciation.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)