Gene Hackman and the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise He could be both paternal and terrifying, and had the ability to almost goad you into liking men who would otherwise be despicable.

Gene Hackman: 12 Memorable Movies to Stream He played a complicated hero in “The French Connection” and an arch-villain in “Superman.” Here are some of Hackman’s career highlights.

Gene Hackman: 5 Memorable Performances to Stream He played a complicated hero in “The French Connection” and an arch-villain in “Superman.” Here are some of Hackman’s career highlights.