Which film marked Cimino's directorial debut?
The Rose
Heaven's Gate
The Deer Hunter
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
Answer
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, released in 1974, marked Michael Cimino's directorial debut. The film follows two small-time criminals, Thunderbolt (Clint Eastwood) and Lightfoot (Jeff Bridges), as they embark on a bank robbing spree. The film was met with critical acclaim, with praise for Cimino's direction and Bridges' performance. Thunderbolt and Lightfoot set the stage for Cimino's successful career as a filmmaker.
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