Question 1

Why did Burt Reynolds initially agree to star in Navajo Joe?

Accepted Answer

Burt Reynolds only agreed because he thought Sergio Leone would be directing, but it was actually Sergio Corbucci, and he couldn't back out after contracts were signed.

Question 2

What happened to Burt Reynolds on the first day of shooting in the Spanish desert?

Accepted Answer

He was left behind by the crew after going for a walk in the rain, and had to spend the night with a local family who invited him for a drink.

Question 3

How did Burt Reynolds describe the quality of Navajo Joe?

Accepted Answer

He once said it was 'so awful, it was shown only in prisons and airplanes because nobody could leave,' and mentioned killing many guys while wearing unusual attire.

Question 4

Who was originally considered to star in Navajo Joe before Burt Reynolds?

Accepted Answer

Marlon Brando was touted as the star when director Sergio Corbucci was approached, but the lead role went to Burt Reynolds by the time production started.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in Navajo Joe?

Accepted Answer

The sole survivor of a bloody massacre vows revenge on his attackers and on the men who killed his wife.

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