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‘The Conqueror: Hollywood Fallout’: Death After a Movie Wrap

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‘The Conqueror: Hollywood Fallout’: Death After a Movie Wrap
Genghis Khan (John Wayne) and Bortai (Susan Hayward), in "The Conquerer." RKO Radio Pictures
Michael Clark
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NR | 1h 56m | Documentary, Film History | 2024

“The Conquerer,” the final feature produced by Howard Hughes, initially achieved infamy for being one of the most poorly cast films in history. It will now forever be remembered for what went so very wrong behind the scenes.

Michael Clark
Michael Clark
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Originally from the nation's capital, Michael Clark has provided film content to over 30 print and online media outlets. He co-founded the Atlanta Film Critics Circle in 2017 and is a weekly contributor to the Shannon Burke Show on FloridaManRadio.com. Since 1995, Clark has written over 5,000 movie reviews and film-related articles. He favors dark comedy, thrillers, and documentaries.