Morgan Freeman narrates this 90-minute documentary that looks at Clint Eastwood’s career as an actor-director at Warner Brothers.

CRITIQUE

I assume that this documentary, written, produced and directed by Richard Schickel, was made to not only promote Eastwood’s then upcoming film, Invictus, but also Warner Home Video’s DVD box set honoring his 35 years of work at the studio.

It’s an okay documentary that features lengthy clips from many of Eastwood’s films at Warner Brothers, plus footage of him strolling through various areas of the studio lot and also around his property and the beach at his home in Carmel, CA.

A clip highlight is a scene of the actor in his pre-stardom days, guesting on the old “Maverick” television show with James Garner.

Another positive aspect of the film is the opportunity to hear the star talk about the “hows” and “whys” certain movies were made.

Eastwood is the only person interviewed in the film which, I think, is a mistake because it would be interesting to hear what his various writers and co-stars have to say about working with him.

It’s also unfortunate that the scope of this documentary was not broader, because some of his most important career work was done for other studios.

Nevertheless, if you’re a fan of Clint Eastwood (as I am), this film is a pleasant way to pass some time.

THE VIDEO

The windowboxed presentation is okay, but contains varying degrees of sharpness.

THE AUDIO

The Dolby Digital Surround 5.1 Sound is without problems.

EXTRAS

No extras are included.

FINAL THOUGHT

A diverting, albeit incomplete, documentary about Clint Eastwood.