Gene Hackman Poseidon Adventure Story

During the filming of “The Poseidon Adventure“ (1972), a disaster film about a luxury ocean liner that capsizes after being struck by a tidal wave, Gene Hackman had a humorous encounter with some mischievous co-stars. In the film, Hackman played the role of Reverend Frank Scott, a charismatic and determined preacher who becomes a leader for a group of survivors attempting to escape the capsized ship. One of the pivotal scenes in the movie required Hackman’s character to deliver an impassioned speech to motivate the group to overcome their fears and continue their perilous journey to safety. As the cameras were set up and the crew prepared for the emotional scene, Hackman began to deliver his lines with great intensity and conviction. However, just as he was reaching the climax of his motivational speech, a group of the younger actors, who were playing survivors huddled together, decided to pull a prank on the respected actor. Midway through his impassioned monologue, the gro