Cool Hand Luke Arleta

[@hwoods01]

two people. a script. and 50 years later I still cant prevent the tears in my eyes from this scene.

[@bobbydeerfield1948]

And 50 hard boiled eggs consumed by Luke.

[@k942teeth]

@@bobbydeerfield1948 damit thats funny

[@lbk4401]

One of the most riveting interchanges in cinema - dripping with poignancy and pathos. A brokenhearted mother's persistent love for a son who's fallen short of all her hopes, at points trying to act as if she doesn't care but pivoting back irresistibly to adoring glances and bitter tears. "Luke, what went wrong?" covers more history and heartbreak in four words than an entire narrative on their relationship. It all reminds me of the biblical book of Proverbs: "...a wayward son brings grief to his mother." (10:1)

[@theseeingeye454]

Beautifully expressed. Do you write professionally?

[@lbk4401]

@@theseeingeye454 Well, thanks; you're kind. Not professionally, but here and there for small newsletters and periodicals on occasion.

[@Pete_D55]

My all time favourite film. Absolute cinema perfection. Every damn scene in this film is awesome.

[@Uh-oh_Oreo]

Some times growing from boys too men we destroy the dreams of others with our growth to who we a Destin to be not who they want or think us to be. A mother's love is ever lasting and only a woman can take over another woman role

[@michaelbyrne8860]

Still my favorite Paul Newman Movie! I guess being a hard headed kid with a chip on my shoulder growing up Illinois foster homes and finally LHFC in Elgin, and having a similar relationship with my Mom! More of a big sister than mom? I saw a little of me in Cool Hand Luke! Just a Great Movie about life and being institutionalized, where sometimes? the only thing you have to fight with is insubordination and a strong will! But if you can't handle the clap back? Then sit down and shut up! I think I still held the record for running away?! Love this Movie!

[@coltondalecarmean9114]

They never once say "I love you". I think thats the most important part of this scene

[@stultuses]

Yep, to say it would have been just words, words that would have to be spoken time and time again They recognized what they had transcended words and stood for all time.

[@norbertweinkauf5757]

"Gotta love you and let Go?"

[@coltondalecarmean9114]

@@norbertweinkauf5757 yep. But it might be a little more than that too

[@zachkelly86]

A near perfect scene. The things said and the things unsaid. Masterclass in writing and acting.

[@austinteutsch]

So true. Simple people trying to live with limited education and limited changes. A near perfect slice of life movie.

[@tomcooper6108]

The film needed something that explained Luke's past and future. This was the scene that did it. Ms Van Fleet was such the consummate actress. Bravo.

[@gatormark]

…and it explained Luke in a 7 minute segment. WOW!

[@avarmadillo]

One of the greatest scenes in movie history...heart rending and more powerful due to the restraint Newman played the scene with. And Jo Van Fleet's depiction of Arleta is one of the great performances of all time.

[@janamiskulin405]

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[@ricdavid7476]

When I was with my mum when she died I was thinking of this scene

[@morrisking9377]

Jo Van Fleet acted more in those 7 minutes, then some actresses have performed in a lifetime!!! What a quick emotional and moving scene between two outstanding actors!!!

[@williammorris584]

Just when I thought this scene couldn’t be more poignant, Harry Dean Stanton’s voice comes in again.

[@rvaladra8015]

Yes definitely Jo vans acting was brilliant heart touching

[@Colin_1977]

Gosh. I can’t watch this without thinking of my mom. I sure do miss her, but I’m thankful for the times we had.

[@KennyStJohn-s9o]

💯

[@frankstefini3392]

What a shame Hollywood can’t produce anything close to this anymore.

[@cpt.kahnuckles1376]

🌈

[@greggergen9104]

Beautiful in its simple yet complex truth.

[@tombryan1]

Sadness, reflection, regret, love, heartache, acceptance. This was well written and perfectly executed, i wonder how long this scene took to get right.

[@trent3872]

We used to joke that you could walk into any movie store in the world and say, I want to rent THE movie, and they'd give you "cool hand luke", greatest movie ever.

[@gatormark]

The greatness of cool hand Luke hangs on this one scene. Pretty much everything you need to know about Luke you learn in this scene. I can't name five movies better than this.

[@theseeingeye454]

I saw this film the first time when I was 17.. What an impact it had. But this scene went right over my adolescent head. Saw it a couple of times since and this scene gets more profound with each viewing. Just saw this snippet now in '24 at 73 years old . My heart aches for the both of them.

[@gatormark]

@@theseeingeye454 Same with me. Loved it as a teenager but never grasped the importance of this scene until I was an adult.

[@bonscott602]

Life. Death. Love. Sadness. Humor. Desperation. We were all there in that scene, thinking of our own lives. Our memories. Who we miss.

[@etho86]

Hands down, one of the best film scenes of all time. So many emotions conveyed through simple dialogue. Understated, subtle, beautiful.

[@coolllhandnewman2452]

OBnigga...........

[@cjmax5747]

Was gonna write similar almost word for word comment but couldn't say much better..

[@austinteutsch]

So true. The trifecta. Story/screenplay actors and direction. Can't beat it and never will no matter how many pixar dummies they put on the screen today.

[@bltaton]

One of the best scenes from one of the best movies. Jo Van Fleet deserved an Oscar for this short scene.

[@austinteutsch]

Jo Van Fleet. I knew old Arkansas women like that when I was growing up. Stoppred farming and began waitressing to make ends meet. The lost the family farm. Fleet conveys the underside of life so perfect. As for Newman? He conveys a loser who has given up on life for no reason at all. Two Oscars for sure, but not in Hollywood. They don't know who Oscars is anymore.

[@davidlatham3490]

Arleta coughing and Luke offering a glass of water only to have her not even acknowledge it. Adds volumes to the already well-versed dialogue. Lovely.

[@bobbydeerfield1948]

Between the terrific acting of Paul Newman and Jo Van Fleet in the very emotional scene, the wonderful use of the song, "Just A Closer Walk with Thee" as sung by Harry Dean Stanton and all else going on at the same time, it's just absolute perfection. One of the top 5 movies of all time in my opinion.

[@lobobbybobalot]

Bobby Deerfield damn right !!! there needs to be a petition to get Harry Dean Stanton to release a full version of that song. its the best version of that song I've ever heard .

[@pastormattwells8825]

totally agree

[@tr8847]

I've been poking around and you are right. All these big name singers don't come close. They seem to want to make it about themselves, not pure and direct like here. Well at least we have it on youtube. Wish I had it on iPod.

[@andrewmantle7627]

Mine too.

[@austinteutsch]

S@@lobobbybobalot So true. Raw. Honest. Questioning who we are all. Just perfect for this movie.

[@troyott2334]

Powerful sheer heartfelt emotion, one of the best movies of all time.

[@Miniver765]

I can't watch this without getting misty-eyed. I hurt for Luke that he can't even touch his mother to hug her for the last time, and I hurt for Arleta that she won't live long enough to see her son released from prison. Very moving scene with two brilliant actors.

[@melissadalessandro7236]

And you can feel the heaviness of the brother lurking over all of this.

[@rup54]

The unloved son. That had no father, either.

[@ericthegeneric1611]

​@@rup54that's what I say. Luke didn't even say hi to him

[@josephturiano7982]

Possibly the most perfect scene in the history of film.

[@sarapitney8965]

Absolutely one of the most mesmerizing scenes in movie history. Jo Van Fleet is superb!

[@JabbaTheAmerican]

I always felt for John in this scene. It's one thing to know your parents have a favorite, it's another to have them admit it while you're standing right there.

[@cpt.kahnuckles1376]

the way he gives him the banjo and says now you don't have any reason to come back, and how they can't hardly look at each other.. she didn't say anything that wasn't already well taken to heart

[@denniscoffey1247]

I think Arletta earnestly hoped for a reconciliation.

[@robertneville2022]

Every time I see this scene I cry my eyes out, Arleta reminds me of my mom and our relationship 😢 And the guy with the banjo is my sister

[@thomaswalter2971]

I LOVE AND MISS YOU VERY,VERY, VERY MUCH, MAMA!!!

[@jonwilson7542]

His Mom!..And regardless of what you might here or see!..A man never loses the maternal love for the one that gave him life!..You may think your a tough cookie!..But Mom will still set you straight!

[@ratso69ful81]

+jon wilson Amen!!!

[@piscesrising1159]

Yea, I woulda liked to have knowed him, the way you talk about him.....

[@ShadowMidnight82]

He sang that song so well. Still breaks my heart. While listening to Luke and his ma. That conversation hits home every time. My ma was like that towards me. Everyone thought I turn out alright or better. But disappointment after and after. I threw away all their love, hope and dreams. I didn't even get to say how sorry I was and how much I love and miss them. But time and moments go bye before you know. You didn't get the chance or even get to say goodbye. P.s going 90 I ain't scary because I got the virgin Mary 😢😢😢. Please I pray for all turn back. Don't leave those you love behind. For a good time.

[@Zeppolino100]

I completely agree with all three gentleman below. Each and every aspect of this scene, the subtlety of gestures, expressions, movements, facial expressions, camera angles, the depth of the dialogue, all make for pure genius.

[@JohnRoberts-wk6rf]

Arguably the finest scene ever in a movie. Exceptional performances and thought-provking.

[@gatormark]

I am trying to think of a better scene and I can’t. Mainly because of Jo Van Fleet. Her’s is the best acting I’ve ever watched.

[@Carmine_Lupertazzi]

Best scene of all time. I can't help but well up each time. Newman's acceptance of the situation and his brother's dismissive behaviour shows his true love for his mother. Such a simple yet poignant script but delivered masterfully by both actors. True art.

[@goatface6157]

Well, this is the GREATEST MOVIE EVER... And this maybe the most powerful scene ever... Can't watch it without tearing up....

[@hwoods01]

its a great scene. not the greatest ever though.

[@DocWattson]

The Seven Samurai is the greatest film ever. If you haven't seen it you should go out and get it now.

[@michaelterry4394]

What we have hear is a failure to communicate. Strother Martin

[@sparkymahoney4343]

"A man's gotta' go his own way." Goddamned right.

[@jdsmith542]

His way was a dead end.

[@eugenegress5896]

What did God have to do with it?

[@francostacy7675]

Stanton singing that song fits,,,,because of this scene I’ve asked my kids to play this song at my funeral

[@useall7665]

Do you know the name of that song? I was dreaming of it lastnite for some reason thats what brought here.

[@bettyriley7295]

@@useall7665Just a closer walk with thee

[@s74gx8]

“You was boring the hell outa all of us “ - says a a lot

[@gatormark]

“born”

[@mortensenegbert6619]

Jo Van Fleet is an underappreciated character actress. This role, "East of Eden," "The Rose Tatoo," and "I Love You Alice B. Toklas": four classic and eclectic performances.

[@xprofesy9909]

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[@jondstewart]

mortensen egbert I had never heard of her before I saw this movie as an 80's teen. Then I saw East of Eden and couldn't believe it was the same actress

[@alinapokutova7360]

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[@rickijimenez2386]

Didn’t she play Doc Holidays girlfriend in the OK corral with Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas ?!

[@rickijimenez2386]

Didn’t she play Doc Holliday girlfriend in okay corral with Burt Lancaster and kirk Douglas ?!

[@stephenboroody3049]

Harry Dean Stanton’s singing 🎶 of the song is the best of any I ever ever heard. Too bad you can’t find the whole song by him. Reminds me of my Mother she loved that song.

[@singvogel7895]

I took up playing and singing it based on Stanton's performance. One of the many small bits of genius in this film.

[@anthonyharrison693]

Luke Actually joined his mother at the end of the movie when he got shot.

[@mitch45ac]

My mother had 8 children and I still feel guilty because of the close relationship we had. I used to stay gone on mother's day and her birthday so they could shine in her eyes on those days.

[@stultuses]

There are family relationships and there are bonds forged at higher levels that form because of factors we don't know about, perhaps chemical, DNA, moments in time when people's minds were aligned, and many other factors and can roll into one. Arleta had such a relationship with Luke, it transcending that of her other children, she didn't really understand it but she knew it existed. One cannot fight Love in it's various forms. There is no guilt on your behalf, you were the recipient of something special, take it as something special and treasure it. Sounds like you did everything to let others share in what you had, that is incredibly honorable, but there is nothing you could have done to turn away your mothers deep seated relationship that she felt for you. Maybe it's time to let go of the guilt and be free of it?

[@ericthegeneric1611]

Damn I did the same fuuuuuxxxx

[@kimblers]

This has always been a powerful scene. With both parents long gone now, even more so.

[@joeygavadeels2784]

Man this scene always busts me up.

[@johncb1963]

What do we have to watch now ? Spider man number 8 jillion. This scene ,and so many like them,is why I rarely watch anything after 2000.This was what movies used to be about. Raw talent that told a story and made you feel it.

[@nicks78735]

The look he gives his mother at 6:40 conveys so much emotion. So much to unload. That's why I love Paul Newman.

[@ninatarr1]

One of the best performances of all time. So heartbreaking. Just simple impeccable acting

[@pastormattwells8825]

I'm not sure who steals this scene, Newman or Van Fleet, but for my money, Van Fleet. Absolute perfection. Could this scene possibly be more emotive? Wow. But Newman steals the entire film, needless to say.

[@gatormark]

Van Fleet, easily.

[@shanebrown9689]

Whenever I see this scene it reminds me how time is a persons worst enemy 🙃

[@Rubyfire76]

Cigarettes will do you in too.

[@JohnCommins-s1c]

Beautiful and understated

[@mrgoblueguy]

This is more than acting...I can't think of a better performance by any actor ever

[@coltondalecarmean9114]

The greatest scene of the greatest movie

[@jettstap]

This is the art of acting at its highest form & skill

[@jimieljoseph2322]

Superb cast. I've never noticed it before watching this scene today.

[@gerardward8098]

one of my top 3 movies.one of the best scenes,between mother and son.in cinema history.

[@norbertweinkauf5757]

Sincerity goes a long way.

[@tamaramurphy5386]

Perfect. Yes, read my mind!

[@leanidis300]

This scene reminds me of how my Mom was always in my corner , always truthfull, straight forward and always loyal.Especially when my life was spinning around mostly by my own doing.Wish I could hug her , talk with her , tell her I love her one more time.

[@honeybadger1810]

She’s such an amazing actress.

[@mikenore9804]

And he is one rough ole boy !

[@BlackSouixie]

This scene is so sad.

[@jeremyhefner-j2v]

I miss my mama…..just like Luke!

[@ronevans8672]

Great drama and humor. Love this movie!

[@indiosveritas]

HOW MANY TIMES WAS THIS SCENE PLAYED OUT IN REAL LIFE DURING THE DEPRESSION ? My grandfather was sent to a work camp in Louisiana 1934. His mother would visit and talk to him through chicken wire . She fell into such a great sadness, she got addicted to morphine and died .

[@Jack-hy1zq]

Great acting from both of them.

[@bobmasotta3720]

My favorite version of this song.

[@raycycleit8311]

so sad, all of the feelings in this scene. amazing performance.

[@stephenlyon1358]

The worst thing about having to be without them in the end.

[@Rob-kp7fi]

This is just like my fathers relationship with his mother he was in prison when she died and he stayed in his cell for months didn't want to talk to anyone ❤ love that dude

[@gag7236]

This movie is so good...its remarkable

[@tronicsmike]

The big guy got an award for supporting actor for this film

[@tronicsmike]

This mother loves this son awesome scene

[@tronicsmike]

Who the heck can match this acting incredible

[@ronaldirwin9922]

Luke and arletta remind me of my mother and i.

[@luanzeka9846]

She is so damn honest I cant help but compare her to my mother. Who never give up on me until her fateful death.

[@valentinosmoove4830]

"'now there ain't nuthin' to come back for"...(of all the things to say -dam that was cold- in my humble opinion).

[@jdsmith542]

Straightforward. John was the dutiful son, Luke the beloved failure.

[@marksiri1629]

heavy scene. one of the best.

[@johnricciojr.5324]

Such a great movie 🎬

[@michaelbyrne8860]

This scene with Luke & Arleta reminds me of my Sunday visits with my mom at Larkin Home for Children! When she did show up? Mothers & Sons relationship are always complicated! But she did state one truth! A bitch finally does stop recognizing her pups as hers and treats them as competition for everything!

[@manjitsanghera3982]

Amazing ❤

[@paul-on9py]

just wow. thanx to all who created this.

[@davidgoodfellow2384]

It's the skill a mother has to her kids especially boys my mom never had any girls so there was my dad my brother and me very male dominated house hold thank god I still got them both still there in there late 70s when I visit them they look bit older I do aswell but a smile off my mom makes my day I'm getting left the house off my folks but it doesn't matter I'd rather have my folks

[@samuelrosenbalm]

Fun fact: the actress was barely 9 years older than Newman.

[@jdsmith542]

Luke had great potential, but a strong streak of self-destruction.

[@Shatamx]

Never had a role model.

[@jeffreyblake9434]

When i was young I didn't realize all the great actors in one film

[@furryp2402]

Anyone sitting on their bunk singing and playing the banjo spends a night in the box.

[@joshmellon7269]

The singing you hear in this scene is by the great Harry Dean Stanton.

[@SupanedKeep]

I always interpreted it at as love, and a family that understood each other despite their hopes for them to be better people. They see the same spirit in each other, and even though he’s the black sheep he’s still the favorite.

[@holdernewtshesrearin5471]

Great film!

[@vincentbaca790]

Great scene..." I gave the farm to your brother, Luke..."

[@jeffreyluciana8711]

Laugh it up, kid, you'll make out

[@takman17]

+jeffrey Luciana I sign greeting cards with that line.

[@austinteutsch]

I've met old women like the one depicted by the great Jo Van Fleet. They come from limited education but they try. Their kids sometimes turn out just like Newman's Luke. Losers. Never holding down a good job and usually wind up in prison or dead. Great acting by Newman and Van Fleet. How they do it is the mystery of being an actor's actor.

[@JohnAnglin-tg5mg]

@4:52... Does Luke answer his Mom:"Yeah Boss..."???

[@piscesrising1159]

He says "yea Mom".

[@quickdrawmcgraw450]

Very captivating scene! One of my top favorite films !

[@garycrosby7346]

One of my favourite films but I think this scene is the most touching. Paul Newman played a great part but Arleta (sorry don't know the actresses name) absolutely nailed that scene.

[@vincentbaca790]

Harry Dean Stanton.....great.singing..

[@paulcolville5972]

Great scene. Good post, thanks.

[@jamescalvin902]

What a great scene. And what makes it so? Maybe it's writers, actors, director who know the human heart and mind, and know what's real.

[@theseeingeye454]

Addresses his mother by her first name. @ 2:10 Tells you a lot.

[@stultuses]

That's often what they did in that era It was a way of helping harden your children for the tough times ahead and to help them understand they stand on their own in this world Today's language is a lot more personalised. Mom and Dad vs Ma and Pa etc

[@uttaradit2]

Oscar scene for both Luke and mother.

[@michaelmills6271]

Luke blew his chances in being set free on parole if he just did his time like 2 full years + 6 months of probation.

[@Whtxombi]

I always felt the same way.

[@Opedanderson]

a true test of a good movie is if its timeless. showed it to a group of Gen Z ers and they loved it

[@jondstewart]

I'm thinking Arleta had lung cancer back when it was just starting to become commonplace (cigarette smoking was uncommon before the 1910's) and the only treatment or relief for it back then was to be doped up on morphine until you died. This was a totally unconventional mother son relationship in the deep south back then. Both of them hanging out like pals! And she was very nonjudgmental with Luke considering her background.

[@hwoods01]

you never had a mother who overtly loved one son over another.

[@spennyfumepipe]

It's story telling Jon.

[@RobertoLopez-123]

Mama's favorite.

[@jennymacallan9071]

Sometimes you just have a feelin' for a child, elsen you don't. And with John I just didn't. Oh my baby...😢

[@gingerfoxall2879]

for my mother also...love and miss u mom always x