‘Inglourious Basterds’ Actor Inspires Students

Quentin Tarantino’s current movie “ Inglourious Basterds” is widely renowned, yet just a remake of the 1978 Italian production “ Inglorious Bastards”.

Last Monday, UT students had the chance to meet Peter Hooten, one of the lead actors from the original motion picture.

Following an invitation from Professor Tom Garret, the Sarasota resident and Clermont born actor shared his passion for art with everyone present.

After showing a reel of his numerous roles in films such as “Prisoner,” “Sunburst” and “The Student Body” as well as “Inglorious Bastards”, Hooten began to interact with his audience.

“I love all the arts,” said Hooten, right before reading Elizabeth Bishop’s poem “One Art.”

He then proceeded to divide the gathered students into groups and give them different stories, from which they could write a script or draw a storyboard. In a 30 minute period, students all over the theatre were working on converging poetry into a visual scene.

Hooten was delighted about the students working together, honing their artistic skills. “I got to school for you to learn the future,” said Hooten about his visit at UT.

His career in the film industry began with the renowned William Morris Agency. He began as an actor in his 20s, became a director in his 30s and a producer in his 40s.

“I consider myself fortunate,” said Hooten about his career. Just as glad to have witnessed Hoten were students like senior Josh Long.

“It was inspiring to meet such an accomplished actor and [be able to] ask him questions about the film industry as an art form,” said Long.

The next event will be CEO’s.