Kevin Kline + Linda Hunt
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raw_rustymeyers — 12 years ago(January 03, 2014 02:40 AM)
In more ways than one.
As Always, Rusty Meyers
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thisnameinuse — 12 years ago(February 10, 2014 12:35 AM)
You died too soon, Young Conrad. You died too soon.
In regards to Stella and Paden, I always presumed that they had a platonic type of relationship. It does look like Stella is making eyes at Paden on several occasions, but it always just seemed like Linda Hunt's mannerisms to me.
She's wonderful, and a shining star in this movie for sure, but I always presumed that their relationship was more of a deep respect Paden respected her for being a creative and inventive businesswoman, and Stella respected him for his honesty and wisdom on the other side of the bar.
That isn't to say the Shadout Mapes wouldn't have been a fine companion, but it just never struck me that way.
Thanks so much for chiming in, Mr. Meyers. Your comments were appreciated!
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jason10mm — 16 years ago(September 09, 2009 06:46 AM)
I wish they could have spent more time developing the relationships once they got to Silverado. I'm under the impression that a decent amount of time passed while everyone got established in town and the Payden/Stella and Payden/Hannah relationships matured (and there even seemed to be some sparks between Hannah and Scott Glenn). The Danny Glover storyline seemed acute however, so perhaps only a few days did pass.
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Injinn — 16 years ago(September 18, 2009 03:20 PM)
I honestly thought there was more of a chance of an Emmitt/Hannah pairing than a Paden/Hannah one. There were a couple of signs that hinted strongly that Hannah and Emmitt had feelings for one another.
The tone of the conversation at the party was definitely different from a casual chat. There was obvious emotion. And her last statement, "You know where I'll be", and more importantly the way she said it, seemed to be her way of subtly telling him that when he came back from California, she would still be there and open to pursuing a relationship.
Now, as for Paden and Stella, it is really hard to define their chemistry. It would be ridiculous to say there was no possibility of romantic feelings between the two. Having said that, it is still entirely possible that their chemistry was the chemistry of two people with similar interests, personalities, humor, and convictions. Great friendships between men and women happen quite a bit, and though there is sometimes an element of sexual tension, they can remain friends without ever really getting romantically involved.
I do love their connection, though. Truthfully, I could just watch a movie of the two of them conversing and be satisfied. They really are fascinating characters with a very wonderful chemistry. Kevin Kline & Linda Hunt play those parts beautifully.
I love how Lawrence Kasdan chose to cast Linda Hunt in the role instead of a token "Ms. Kitty" type of saloon owner. -
Traianus — 11 years ago(August 07, 2014 06:43 AM)
It would be ridiculous to say there was no possibility of romantic feelings between the two.
No it wouldn't. Not every relationship between a man and a woman is defined by romance. It is possible for for men and women to have relationships based on genuine friendship and affection without the romance. To say otherwise is what would be ridiculous. -
Injinn — 10 years ago(August 26, 2015 03:35 PM)
I pretty much said that exact thing with the rest of my comment.
It is ridiculous to say there is no possibility of romantic feelings because we can't see into their minds. We don't know if Stella was attracted to Paden, or if in some way Paden was attracted to Stella's manner and charm. We can't know so to say that it is impossible is narrow-minded.
I agree that relationships between men and women do not have to be inherently romantic, or sexual. However, it is impossible for anyone to know what was going through Paden's and Stella's minds. We don't know what, internally, they felt for each other beyond their outwardly displayed friendship.
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d112cons — 16 years ago(November 28, 2009 01:12 PM)
There's a chance for a romantic relationship, but I didn't read it that way at all. I saw the relationship between Stella and Paden as something more rare, and deeper: kindred spirits. Two like-minded souls who find each other by chance, and are immediately drawn to one another. These encounters grown into the deepest of friendships, and are rare even in romantic encounters.
To me, it would almost lessen their connection were they to become romantic. Soulmates are so much harder to find. -
biggestfitz — 16 years ago(February 06, 2010 08:14 PM)
I actually saw Silverado the night it opened in 1985; I was just out of high school, and we went to the movies just about every weekend. It was a big deal because the western genre was considered just about dead. I remember coming out of the theater thinking it was awesome. I've seen it several times since(It's on right now in fact), and it is still a fun movie.
Secondly, Kevin Cline and Linda Hunt are both fantastic actors, so the chemistry between them just made them both that much better. It would have been interesting if they had expanded on that relationship, and I would have loved to have seen a sequel.
Glad you finally found this movie.
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rexgraine — 16 years ago(February 27, 2010 06:04 PM)
I imagine that the role of Stella was written for a conventionally pretty actress who was supposed to have standard romantic sparks with Paden. When they cast Linda Hunt, it definitely changed the vibe of the relationship. I guess the filmmakers liked the ambiguity.
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fugazzi49 — 12 years ago(October 13, 2013 12:33 AM)
The Kline-Hunt pairing was one of the most memorable parts of the film. I also see it as a meeting of mind and spirit without the encumbrance of a romance. But as you said, it was possibly originally written for a more conventionally attractive actress. Given the time period, I can imagine Kathleen Turner in the role, and that would have changed the chemistry considerably.
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residentevil6901 — 12 years ago(January 29, 2014 08:36 AM)
I for one sure am glad they didn't have any kind of romantic scenes between them as it was not needed and they just seemed to be good friends as they both had similar likes and respect for each other. I liked the way it turned out
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spiderbat-863-656723 — 11 years ago(February 12, 2015 04:05 AM)
I'd simply say that the director has shown very clearly a relationship between Stella and Paden based on sympathy and mutual respect, without directly implying but without excluding other aspects.
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greenbudgie — 10 years ago(September 01, 2015 02:42 AM)
They were good together. I didn't interpret their chemistry as romantic. It seemed too unlikely. But there was a hint of sexual interest between them. Very thought-provoking relationship to put on screen. Interesting and unusual. Linda Hunt was great as Stella. I need to see more of her performances.
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Nikon11 — 10 years ago(November 10, 2015 07:45 AM)
It was exactly as you describe, not romantic, but just with a little bit of joking about it.
I'm glad that they didn't put a conventional love-interest in there that would've only served to confuse the relationship as something it wasn't.
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