If you stay for the end credits of the new film starring Scott Glenn , you’ll see this message: “This film owes a tremendous debt of gratitude to the films of Dario Argento, John Hughes, and Tony Scott.” If you’re wondering what the work of those directors has in common, the answer is, not much. But it signifies the eclectic stylizations of Hank Bedford’s film, receiving its world premiere at the Oldenburg International Film Festival . While not everything about Eugene the Marine proves successful or even coherent, it’s audaciously original enough to merit attention. And it gives Glenn, who reminded us of his greatness in the most recent season of The White Lotus , his best starring role in many years.
If you stay for the end credits of the new film starring Scott Glenn , you’