Wednesday, July 17, 2019

"Maidstone" Actor Rip Torn Fights Author Norman Mailer


While filming Maidstone (1970), actor Rip Torn struck director and star Norman Mailer in the head with a hammer. With the camera rolling, Mailer bit Torn's ear and they wrestled to the ground. The fight continued until it was broken up by cast and crew members. The fight is featured in the film. Although the scene may have been planned by Torn, the blood shed by both actors was real, and Torn was reportedly outraged by Mailer's direction.







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