Brace for emotional impact.
People saw the landing, but what followed is where the conflict is, Eastwood tells EW.
What happened behind closed doors is what most people dont know.
Credit: Keith Bernstein
I can see why he became such an iconic figure, Eastwood says.
Hes the kind of guy that can walk into a room and instill confidence that everythings under control.
He got to know the real Sullenberger during production, which inspired Eastwoods first pairing with Hanks.
Tom and Sully spoke on the phone several times before Tom went up to meet with him.
Sully also visited the set and was a great resource.
Sullyco-starsLaura Linneyas Sullbergers wife, Lorraine, andAaron Eckhartas his co-pilot, Jeff Skiles.
