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| Directed by | Hank Bedford |
| Written by | Hank Bedford Cesare Gagliardoni |
| Starring | Scott Glenn |
| Music by | Angela Aki |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Eugene the Marine is a 2025 American thriller film written by Hank Bedford and Cesare Gagliardoni and directed by Bedford. [1] It stars Scott Glenn as the titular character. [2] In September 2025, the film premiered at the 32nd Oldenburg International Film Festival as its opening night film. [3]
In August 2022, it was announced that Nick Nolte was set to play Gene. [1] In September that same year, it was announced that Barbara Hershey was cast to play Frances. [4]
In October 2024, it was announced that Glenn replaced Nolte, and that Kutsuna, O'Toole and Gaffigan were added to the cast and that filming occurred. [2]
Ben Nicholson reviewed the film with positive remarks and describes it as a "combination of psychological thriller, giallo mystery and hallmark movie.” His final verdict commends the film and the lead actor: "Scott Glenn is fantastic in this genre-bender that uses heartwarming comedy and bloody giallo to rage against the dying of the light." [5]
Frank Scheck of The Hollywood Reporter gave the film a mixed review, praising Glenn’s performance but not the film itself: “A great performance in an uneven film.” [6]
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