Worked on Lady Godiva of Coventry

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Clint Eastwood's involvement in the film "Lady Godiva of Coventry" marked an early point in his acting career. He worked on this project for three weeks under the direction of Arthur Lubin. The film, which is a historical drama, centers around the legendary figure of Lady Godiva, who is known for her act of riding naked on horseback through Coventry to protest against her husband's oppressive taxation on the townspeople. Eastwood's role in this film was relatively minor, but it was significant in that it helped him gain experience in the film industry and led to further opportunities. Following his work on "Lady Godiva of Coventry," Eastwood secured a role as 'Jonesy,' a sailor in the film "Francis in the Navy," which he won in February of the subsequent year. This role, while also minor, contributed to his growing presence in Hollywood.
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