Replica Clint Eastwood Poncho

No matter if you admire Clint Eastwood's iconic style or just enjoy classic Western movies, this replica poncho will become your new favorite. Modeled after the one Clint Eastwood wore in A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, Bad and Ugly movies, this poncho features details taken from Clint's wardrobe.

Coogan’s Bluff

Clint Eastwood's debut collaboration with director Don Siegel is somewhat uneventful at times, but it improves in the final act. It may not be quite as intense or thrilling as Dirty Harry, but there's still an unmistakable sense of urgency and grit that begs to be witnessed.

Clint Eastwood stars as Walt Coogan, a tough Arizona sheriff sent to New York City to transport and extradite hippy hoodlum James Ringerman (Don Stroud). However, as the film progresses, Coogan becomes frustrated with legal technicalities which are making it difficult for Ringerman to be released into his custody.

Finally, he decides to break the rules and get Ringerman out of prison himself. The ensuing chase through New York on motorcycles and foot has a wild, twisted quality that makes it worth watching.

One of the major themes in this film and its sequels is ethical dilemmas. Both heroes and villains are faced with the decision of whether or not they should act out of principle or attempt to manipulate their way into action - an essential question for Western movies.

In Dirty Harry, a police captain disapproves of Callahan's reckless confrontations with criminals as "Wild West Show." Unfortunately, Eastwood's outlaw hero often fails to uphold his own principles and often requires others to assume responsibility for his actions in order to prevent violent incidents.

Although this reflects a particular political and social situation at the time, it also raises questions about heroism in contemporary society. Lawmen especially are faced with this dilemma since it requires them to impose their morality onto those around them through force.

Clint Eastwood's debut Western, directed by Don Siegel, not only provided him with a memorable role as the outlaw-turned-renegade policeman that would become his signature style. Coogan's Bluff served as an influential prequel to Dirty Harry due to its uncertain path forward; thus it serves as an effective metaphor for films with uncertain outcomes.

High Plains Drifter

Ten years after his successful western film Unforgiven, Clint Eastwood returned to the genre with High Plains Drifter. Although not quite as iconic as some of his later works (such as The Mule), this one still became a major success at its release.

Ernest Tidyman wrote the plot for this film, with his earlier works often featuring genre schizophrenic themes. Additionally, he created Blaxploitation classic Shaft and earned a Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar for The French Connection.

In the opening moments of the film, Clint Eastwood plays a Stranger (Clint Eastwood), who wanders into a town situated on a lake in an almost desert-like environment. Although people are suspicious and belligerent towards him, he silently passes by them while ordering beers and bottles of whisky for himself.

The townsfolk are initially wary of trusting him, but eventually come around and start trusting him. The Stranger becomes their protector, training them how to defend themselves and the town from outlaws eager for their next confrontation with him.

One of the movie's most striking elements is its use of color and lighting. The town landscape is painted a vibrant giallo red, the sands at the horizon are tinted bloody oranges and browns to suggest rust, while Bruce Surtees' camerawork expresses emotion through deep recessed shadows to heighten the horror factor.

Eastwood had long been fascinated with the nihilistic and vengeful themes found in Italian masters such as Sergio Leone. To him, these ideas could be applied to a modern western tale.

Soon after the release of High Plains Drifter, it became evident that Eastwood was crafting a very different kind of movie--a cynical morality tale which would prove pivotal in his career. Unlike his earlier westerns, which used the genre's ethos of honor and heroism as their basis, this one was an outright anti-western.

Despite its many flaws, Eastwood's western masterpiece was a huge success and cemented his place as an important Western filmmaker. Over the following years he would create other memorable westerns such as The Bridge at Remington's and The Outlaw Josey Wales.

For a Few Dollars More

Sergio Leone's Dollar trilogy continues with For a Few Dollars More, one of the classic spaghetti westerns. Clint Eastwood stars as The Man with No Name, an outlaw who teams up with Lee Van Cleef's bounty hunter Mortimer in pursuit of a cruel killer and his band of desperadoes.

In this sequel to A Fistful of Dollars, Eastwood's Man with No Name and Van Cleef's Mortimer take on bandit El Indio in a series of intense action sequences that are both thrilling and exhilarating. The climactic shootout between them is an exhilarating hat-shooting contest, while their use of gadgetry and trick weapons make for thrilling viewing.

Contrary to its predecessor, For a Few Dollars More was more in-depth and had an extended storyline. This allowed Leone's characters room to develop and become more complex. Additionally, it proved much more financially successful; earning over $5 million on its initial US release - making it the highest grossing Italian western of all time.

For a Few Dollars More is an incredible movie to watch and is essential viewing for fans of the Spaghetti Western genre. Not only is it enjoyable to watch, but it helped revolutionize this genre and set the stage for Leone's subsequent masterpieces.

It has become one of the most beloved films, often referred to as an Epic Western. Anyone who appreciates action movies with an engaging storyline should definitely watch this excellent film.

Although the humor in This Movie is darker than A Fistful of Dollars, it works well and makes the movie more enjoyable to watch. Unfortunately, some jokes can feel forced and take away from the tension of the storyline.

The action in this movie is thrilling, and the fight scenes more inventive and creative than those seen in the first. The scene at the end where bandits attack is even more thrilling than before! Plus, there are some superb camerawork shots throughout. Moreover, Smokie contributes a song that stands as one of the best songs throughout the entire soundtrack.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Clint Eastwood rose from being a struggling B-list actor to becoming an international star after playing The Man with No Name in director Sergio Leone's Dollars Trilogy. These spaghetti westerns are widely credited with inspiring an international subgenre of western movies that originated outside America.

One of these films, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, is a timeless classic that still holds up today. For fans of drama or comedies alike, this must-see is essential viewing - plus it features some memorable music from cinema history.

The soundtrack of the film includes songs such as "Il Forte" and "Fine Di Una Spia," which have become staples within the genre, appearing on Metallica concerts, Nike commercials, Dolce & Gabbana ads, L.L. Bean commercials, and KFC ads alike.

For his first outfit, the Man with No Name donned brown flat front trousers featuring a low rise and tall belt loops. He paired them with an antique brown leather belt fastened through a squared brass single-prong buckle on the left side of the pants. Additionally, two jetted front pockets were gently slanted for added appeal.

At the end of the film, one part of the rig that remains is worn by The Man with No Name: his hat. This hat features a teardrop crown and front pinch, but its brim is wider and slopes up on one side rather than down in both front and back. Furthermore, its band is embellished with small buckles that sparkle in the light.

It is believed the hat was purchased from a costume shop in Hollywood; however, it's uncertain if it was the responsibility of the wardrobe department to take care of it during filming.

Eastwood likely kept this photo for himself to enjoy, but I doubt if he ever washed it.

The Man with No Name's iconic poncho from Dollars Trilogy has become a beloved icon among fans of the genre - even Clint Eastwood (89) admits to loving it and not wanting it to disappear with the rest of his wardrobe.

Houston Texans 2023 NFL Mock Draft

To secure their long-term future, the Texans must make a strong 2023 draft class. Otherwise, their next rebuild could start even before Nick Caserio takes over as head coach of the team.

They plan to begin their rebuild by acquiring a franchise quarterback, with Alabama's Bryce Young the overwhelming favorite to go No. 1.

1. Byre Young

As the Heisman Trophy winner, Young is an obvious pick for the Houston Texans. While his height may be an issue, his athleticism and mental processing of defensive rotations make him a force on the gridiron that should not be underestimated.

He would make an ideal addition to the Texans offense under DeMeco Ryans, measuring 6-foot-7 and weighing 264 pounds. His speedy 40-yard dash time of 4.64 seconds and 20-yard shuttle run time of 4.08 seconds make him a one-of-a kind athlete.

The Texans need to upgrade the QB position, and Young is the ideal candidate. He's an impressive passer who can hit passes with ease and has the talent necessary to lead Houston back to winning football games.

With their second pick, the Texans have a lot of positions they can target; however, many experts suggest going with an offensive player at this stage. They could choose to address the offensive line or attempt to secure a franchise quarterback with this selection.

Both options seem viable, but I personally favor a tight end. Mayer has demonstrated his versatility in both the run game and passing game, making him an ideal fit alongside Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel, and Jahan Dotson.

2. C.J. Stroud

Stroud has all the qualities a Texans quarterback should possess: accuracy, arm talent and off-script creativity. At 6-foot-3 and close to 220 pounds, he is physically suited for an NFL career; thus making him likely the first overall pick in 2018.

He was a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2021 and 2022, setting Ohio State records for passing yards, touchdown passes and wins. In the Rose Bowl against Oregon he threw for 573 yards and became the only Big Ten player to throw six touchdown passes three times.

His legal troubles involving a car accident in Athens, Georgia in January could give some teams pause. But if the Cardinals are looking for an NFL-ready quarterback with an impressive on-field record, Stroud would make an ideal addition.

The Colts are in the midst of rebuilding and will need to add some weapons, especially with an aging quarterback. Stroud is one of college football's most accurate and prolific passers, and he should work well with coach Shane Steichen to reinvigorate Indianapolis' offense.

Jared Goff has not had great success with the Lions, but offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has worked to help the 28-year-old become more efficient at quarterback. Thus, Detroit should consider adding another weapon at this position. Verse is a rare talent who has the rare ability to accelerate off the edge and display secondary moves; with some coaching he could become an important sack contributor at the next level.

3. Atonio Mafi

Mafi is a large, physical prospect who possesses plenty of power in his game. He uses that strength to exert himself on defenders at the point of attack and generate excellent movement. Furthermore, Mafi possesses great explosiveness which aids him in running drills.

Mafi possesses excellent pass protection skills, earning him a spot on the Bruins' second-team defense last season. His ability to lock onto defenders and keep up with gifted defensive tackles have earned him an opportunity on this team.

He's a versatile player who can line up on both the right and left sides of the offensive line. His durability as an edge pass protector could allow him to make an impact in the NFL, providing him with valuable experience ahead of him.

Mafi, a three-star recruit from Junipero Serra High School in California, was expected to attend UCLA and compete for a spot on the offensive line. Instead of following this expected path to professional football, Mafi took an unusual route towards it.

Mafi was raised in the Bay Area, moving eight or nine times during his childhood. He says that growing up in such a close-knit community with family members around him gave him an incentive to work hard and be disciplined; additionally, Mafi credits his parents for sending him to good schools and stressing that education always come first.

4. John Michael Schmitz

John Michael Schmitz is unbeatable when it comes to elite talent on the inside, according to Pro Football Focus analyst Mike Renner. He's considered one of the top centers in the 2023 nfl draft class.

The Minnesota C is an elite run blocker, using his size and strength to create wash for backs and lead blockers to hit gaps. Additionally, his lateral quickness allows him to keep defenders at bay on draw-out rush plays across the field.

His athleticism makes him an ideal pass protector, offering football intelligence and a strong anchor. He can slam the door shut against interior blockers and second-level pressure players, keeping them from collapsing into his quarterback's lap.

He exhibits remarkable physical flexibility, including the capacity to quickly switch his alignment in order to redirect defenders while maintaining his anchor. This gives him great recovery capacity after losing initial leverage on anchors, potentially allowing him to block longer opponents with ease.

The Lions need to add another formidable youngster to their already formidable offensive line, and Schmitz could be the ideal candidate. General manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell understand the value of good tackles, so they may make a move for one of these top prospects when it's time to upgrade the interior of their offensive line.

5. Mohamed Ibrahim

Mohamed Ibrahim is one of the most underrated running backs in this draft class. Though he may be older than some other running backs in this group, Mohamed's talent level and final season at Minnesota make him a potential Day 3 pick.

Last year, 5'10", 210-pounder Brandon Jones was Minnesota Gophers head coach Mike Fleck's go-to running back. He ran for an impressive 1,076 yards and 15 touchdowns on 202 carries, showing great balance with good vision, cuts and contact balance who rarely lost his footrace to the edge.

He was averaging 5.7 yards per carry before rupturing his Achilles tendon in the Pinstripe Bowl. While he may pose an injury risk, his talent makes him worth considering as a late-round dart throw in dynasty drafts.

If he can return to 100% fitness, he has the potential to be an outstanding NFL player. His frame density, vision, initial burst and lateral agility suggest that he could be an elite NFL runner.

But will he have a breakout season? Through two seasons at Minnesota, he rushed 867 times with an average of 16.4% BT+MT/Att and 3.1 YAC/Att. However, that heavy workload may hinder his production in the open field, especially if he can't adjust his running style after this injury.

He possesses the vision, cut, and contact balance necessary to be an explosive NFL running back in the open field. He's a great runner to watch with his footraces to the edge and instinctual ability to set up tacklers for tackles. With those skillsets at his disposal, he could be an exciting NFL star in no time!

6. Demarvion Overshown

As a high school recruit, Overshown was touted as a four-star safety by several major recruiting services. He went on to study at the University of Texas and has shown impressive skills in both coverage and pass rush situations.

He's an athletic LB with great speed and explosiveness, making him a dangerous force in run defense. His sideline-to-sideline speed allows him to track ball carriers down and make tackles. In coverage, his strong lateral movement and versatile frame allow him to cover tight ends or running backs alike.

His blitzing skills are impressive, winning on twists and stunts in the box. As a talented runner, he can get to the passer quickly when in position. Additionally, his length and fluidity allow him to beat backs and tight ends directly to their point of attack with straight-fire blitzes from within the box.

The Texans have several needs on defense and could benefit from having a young defender with the versatility to fill multiple roles. Overshown has the potential to become a starter, but is not quite ready for prime time yet.

Former safety Overshown boasts impressive passing coverage skills and the versatility to play inside or outside in the middle of the field. He possesses sideline-to-sideline speed for tracking ball carriers down and making tackles, but isn't as physically gifted or strong as some of his fellow safety prospects in this class. In order to become an elite NFL linebacker, Overshown must bulk up and increase his strength levels significantly.