Transformative Adventures and Career Reflections

In this chapter, the speaker shares a life-changing summer adventure inspired by his wife, where he explores the Bighorn Crags and discovers a new passion for rock climbing. Alongside personal growth, he reflects on his acting career, recounting the challenges and triumphs faced in Hollywood and a significant decision to return to Idaho for a more authentic life. The chapter intertwines themes of nature, family, and the complexities of balancing artistic ambitions with personal relationships.

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Scott Glenn’s acting career spans nearly 60 years. His impressive film resume includes performances in Apocalypse Now, Urban Cowboy, The Right Stuff, Silverado, The Hunt for Red October, The Silence of the Lambs, Backdraft, The Virgin Suicides, and The Bourne Ultimatum. This year, Scott will return to HBO to join season 3 of The White Lotus.

Timestamps for this episode are available below. Links to everything discussed: https://tim.blog/2024/03/27/scott-glenn/

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Timestamps:

[00:00] Start

[07:10] Idaho vs. Los Angeles.

[13:26] Apocalypse Now, self-confidence soon after.

[17:26] Burt Lancaster’s movie star lessons.

[23:06] The birth and death of Wes Hightower.

[32:22] Catching the attention of James Bridges.

[35:42] Scarlet fever.

[37:29] From Marine to police reporter.

[42:12] Berghof Studios and parental advice.

[50:44] Converting to Judaism.

[53:36] Lao Tzu: the ultimate mystic?