We Hate Movies S16 Ep833: Tombstone (1993, W❤️M, with Jamelle Bouie)
Nov 25, 2025
Join a lively discussion about the star-studded Western featuring Kurt Russell and Val Kilmer. The charm of Russell anchors the film, while Kilmer's Doc Holliday steals the show with his unforgettable voice. Explore the film's unique casting choices and the hilarious mustache jokes. Delve into the tense build-up to the iconic gunfight at the O.K. Corral and the emotional weight of Bill Paxton's poignant scenes. With insights on humiliation as a storytelling device and legendary confrontations, this conversation celebrates Western cinema at its finest.
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Casting Powers The Movie
- Tombstone leans heavily on its ensemble 'that guy' casting to carry a sprawling, uneven script.
- Kurt Russell's charisma anchors the film and makes its tonal gaps feel survivable.
Russell Stepped In Behind The Camera
- Kurt Russell reportedly stepped in during production and directed parts of Tombstone after Kevin Jarre was fired.
- Val Kilmer and others later corroborated Russell's heavy creative involvement on set.
Editing Hides Structural Problems
- The film's editing compresses a sprawling script into gun‑heavy sequences that sometimes skip time awkwardly.
- Those editing choices trade narrative clarity for kinetic action and rely on performances to fill gaps.
