Netflix Spotlights Robert Redford Films Amid Global Tributes

Netflix on September 17 highlighted three of Robert Redford’s iconic films on its streaming service, offering viewers a chance to revisit his storied career just days after the legendary actor-director’s passing.

In brief: Netflix curated “Our Souls at Night,” “The Discovery” and “The Great Waldo Pepper” to honor Redford’s range from tender drama to adventurous thrills.

Tribute nut graf As Hollywood continues to mourn Redford’s death at age 89 on September 16, the Netflix tribute underscores both his on-screen legacy and enduring influence on independent cinema.

Streaming Celebration: Three Essential Redford Titles

  • Our Souls at Night - A poignant tale of two widows who forge an unexpected bond under starlit skies, showcasing Redford’s quiet charm opposite Jane Fonda.
  • The Discovery - A sci-fi drama in which Redford’s scientist untangles evidence of an afterlife, igniting a global crisis and testing familial bonds.
  • The Great Waldo Pepper - A 1975 aerial adventure that finds Redford as a daredevil pilot chasing past glories and new rivalries.

Industry Tributes and Retrospectives

Subheading: Global Mourning Major studios, co-stars and festival organizers have paid homage to Redford’s achievements in acting, directing and environmental activism.

Subheading: European Retrospective In Paris, La Filmothèque opened a nine-film retrospective of Redford’s work, featuring classics like Jeremiah Johnson and The Sting, running through late June.

Subheading: Friendship Reflected In a CNN interview, Redford recounted his bond with Paul Newman, forged on the set of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, illustrating a friendship that spanned decades and defined a generation of Hollywood partnerships.

Legacy Beyond the Screen

  • Sundance Institute: Redford’s founding of this institute catalyzed the independent film movement, giving voice to countless emerging filmmakers.
  • Environmental Advocacy: A lifelong champion of conservation, Redford’s activism paralleled his cinematic endeavors, leaving an indelible mark on both art and the planet.

Robert Redford’s influence will continue through his films, the festival he nurtured, and the artists he inspired-ensuring that his legacy endures in every frame.