#18: He Stars in McCabe & Mrs. Miller in 1971 as His Film Choices Grow More Complex
In 1971, he stars opposite Julie Christie in Robert Altman’s McCabe & Mrs. Miller, a revisionist western that challenges traditional genre conventions. The film later becomes one of the most respected works of the era.

His performance reflects a move toward more nuanced and unconventional characters. Working with Altman also places him within a new wave of filmmakers experimenting with style and narrative. The project reinforces his growing reputation for choosing ambitious and artistically driven material.
