One of the greatest westerns ever made, 1993’s “Tombstone” is arguably as famous for its creation as for its content.
The film’s late screenwriter, Kevin Jarre, was set to direct the film, but was then fired a month into production after things fell behind. “Cobra” helmer George P. Cosmatos then took over as director to get things back on track, while budget cuts also affected the production.
It has long been rumoured that star Kurt Russell himself directed the film with Cosmatos, but whoever you talk to seems to have a different take. One thing is for sure, though: Jarre’s original script is what drew people to the project, and the…