As a cinephile who has been fortunate enough to witness the magic that unfolds when great artists collaborate, I find myself deeply moved by Martin Scorsese’s reminiscences of working with the late Kris Kristofferson. His words serve as a poignant reminder of the profound impact that Kristofferson had not just on screen, but also off it.
Martin Scorsese cherishes his experience collaborating with the late Kris Kristofferson, calling it one of the most significant moments in his filmmaking career. In 1974, Scorsese directed “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,” a movie about Alice (Ellen Burstyn), a waitress and singer who develops an improbable romance with David (Kristofferson). Their encounter takes place on Alice’s first day at Mel and Ruby’s, a setting that eventually inspired the long-running TV show “Alice,” which ran for nine seasons from 1976 to 1985. In a statement shared by IndieWire, Scorsese reminisced:
Currently, I’m sailing on a modest vessel midway between Ustica and Palermo, grooving to ‘Me and Bobby McGee,’ reminiscing about Kris Kristofferson. It seems many share this moment with me, as his music resonates widely. Fortunate was I to collaborate with Kris. He was not just a poet, but a genuine one, both in spirit and in words. And let me tell you, he was an exceptional actor, possessing a captivating on-screen presence.
At the 47th Academy Awards where Scorsese received Burstyn’s Best Actress Oscar for “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore”, he looked back fondly on working with an exceptional cast, including Kristofferson’s pivotal role, more than half a century ago. In the same statement, Scorsese shared:
Spending time with Kris during the filming of ‘Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore’ was undoubtedly one of the most memorable experiences of my life. There was an incredibly kind, cozy atmosphere on set that was shared among Ellen Burstyn, Diane Ladd, Alfred Lutter, Jodie Foster, and Kris – all of whom were so young at the time.
His presence, the voice, the cool, benign manner, the way he moved on-screen or in person, he brought all of himself. He gave so much heart and humor to his character, and to all of our days shooting in Tucson. What a beautiful human being. What a great artist.”
Remembering the Late, Great Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson’s most acclaimed film is often identified as “A Star Is Born“, but many contemporary viewers, especially fans of genre movies, might be more familiar with him as the character Whistler from the “Blade” trilogy starring Wesley Snipes. On a sad Saturday, Kristofferson’s family confirmed his passing to PEOPLE magazine, stating in their announcement:
With deep sadness, we announce that our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Kris Kristofferson, took his final peaceful breath at home on Saturday, the 28th of September. We are truly grateful for the precious moments we shared with him.
Kris Kristofferson received a Golden Globe for his role as the renowned singer John Norman Howard in “A Star Is Born,” and throughout his remarkable career, he earned four GRAMMYs. These included the award for Best Country Song with “Help Me Make It Through the Night” (1972), two Best Country Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group awards for “From the Bottle to the Bottom” (1974) and “Lover Please” (1976), and the 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award.
Kris Kristofferson received a single Academy Award nomination for Best Music (Original Song Score) in 1984 for the movie “Songwriter,” where he starred alongside Willie Nelson. However, if you’re keen on witnessing Kristofferson’s finest acting moments, check out the 1976 film “A Star Is Born” which is now accessible to purchase or rent on various video-on-demand services like Fandango at Home. Additionally, the movie “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” can also be found on VOD platforms as of this writing.
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2024-10-01 14:31