The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA Summer Mailbag Plus Kevin Costner on His Best Baseball Movies, Acting Lessons, and Navigating True Superstardom | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Jul 25, 2019
Actor Kevin Costner, known for his iconic roles in films like Dances with Wolves and Field of Dreams, shares behind-the-scenes insights from his Hollywood career. He reflects on the challenges of filmmaking, casting stories from Bull Durham, and the delicate balance between creative integrity and financial pressures. Costner also dives into the emotional connection baseball movies have with audiences, celebrating Field of Dreams' lasting impact. Alongside this, discussions touch on navigating fame's pressures and the importance of self-confidence in acting.
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Dances with Wolves Delay
- Costner postponed Dances with Wolves to perfect the ending.
- He prioritized Field of Dreams and Revenge, choosing scripts over studio pressure.
Dances with Wolves Funding
- Studios initially rejected Dances with Wolves due to its length and subtitles.
- Costner insisted on final cut, securing overseas funding to make the film.
Turning Down Red October
- Costner turned down Hunt for Red October ($5 million) to direct Dances with Wolves.
- This fueled negative narratives about his perceived arrogance.