The Cohen Brothers Movie, The big Lebowskiwas published exactly 25 years ago today, on March 6, 1998. Over the years, actors Jeff Bridges, John Goodman and Steve Buscemi have recalled the project not working at all in theaters.
Five years ago, on the film’s 20th anniversary, Bridges, Goodman and Buscemi reunited for an interview with Today. Goodman said he found the script hilarious the first time he read it. “I laughed out loud several times. »
Steve Buscemi also loved the script written by brothers Joel and Ethan Cohen. “It was weird, whimsical and funny. But I have to say that I didn’t understand my character Donny! »
For his part, Jeff Bridges recalled the weeks of rehearsals before filming and the moments of improvisation to live the scenes well. But on set, everything the characters said was written down down to the comma.
With a budget of about $15 million, The Big Lebowski grossed $5.5 million in its opening weekend. In the United States, it has only amassed a total of 18 million in theaters.
Despite mixed reviews, the film later achieved cult status when it was released in video stores. “Today, a new generation of young people are still discovering film,” says Goodman.