Actor reflects on a silent set and an unforgettable courtroom scene
Summary
– Kiefer Sutherland shared memories from filming A Few Good Men with Rob Reiner
– The recollection centers on Jack Nicholson’s famous courtroom performance
– The comments appear in an upcoming CBS News special honoring Reiner
Kiefer Sutherland is reflecting on a defining moment from his career while honoring the legacy of director Rob Reiner. His memories are featured in an upcoming CBS News special focused on Reiner’s life and work.
Sutherland recalled a day on the set of A Few Good Men during the filming of the now-famous courtroom scene delivered by Jack Nicholson. The atmosphere on set shifted immediately after the take was completed.
According to Sutherland, the room fell completely silent once Nicholson finished the scene. Reiner quietly approached Nicholson and asked if he wanted to try another take, to which Nicholson agreed without hesitation.
The second take matched the intensity of the first, leaving Reiner fully satisfied with the results. Although the production had planned to shoot for the entire day, Reiner ended filming early, confident in what had been captured.
Sutherland described the moment as extraordinary and highlighted Reiner’s calm leadership during the process. The recollection underscores Reiner’s reputation for trusting performances and recognizing when a scene had reached its peak.
The CBS News special also reflects on Reiner’s broader career and personal life. It includes new interviews with fellow actors and collaborators who speak on his impact both on and off the screen.
