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Ridley Scott's Bold Casting Choice Made 'Blade Runner' a Classic

1/16/2025

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Ridley Scott faced skepticism from financiers over casting Harrison Ford in "Blade Runner," with doubts about Ford's star power despite his iconic roles in "Star Wars" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Scott stood firm, and today, the film is celebrated as a cult classic, highlighting Ford's portrayal of the enigmatic Rick Deckard.

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Ridley Scott faced skepticism from financiers over casting Harrison Ford in "Blade Runner," with doubts about Ford's star power despite his iconic roles in "Star Wars" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Scott stood firm, and today, the film is celebrated as a cult classic, highlighting Ford's portrayal of the enigmatic Rick Deckard.