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Why Clint Eastwood Replaced Arnold Schwarzenegger In The Western Cry Macho

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Clint Eastwood saddles up to save a Western classic, replacing Schwarzenegger in the lead role of 'Cry Macho'.
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  • Eastwood, the quintessential cowboy actor, stepped in after Schwarzenegger had to drop out due to schedule conflicts, ensuring the film stayed true to its Western roots.
  • The 91-year-old Eastwood directed and starred in the film, proving he's still got the chops to carry a gritty cowboy drama - a genre he's practically owned for decades.
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Clint Eastwood, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Cry Macho
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