The war epic marked his very first theater experience.

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James Brolinwasn’t messing around when it came to giving his son a cinematic education.

Then Brolin chimed in, “I have a similar story.”

James Brolin and Josh Brolin seen at 2019 Hollywood for Science Gala, supporting UCLA’s Institute of the Environment & Sustainability, Los Angeles, USA - 21 February 2019

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Like, why the f— would he do that?

It makes no sense."

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For whatever reason, seeing that in a theater was just as good as seeingStar Warsin a theater…

When those lights go down, theres just something its like the jaws of life open you up."

King’s novel was previously adapted into a 1987 film starringArnold Schwarzenegger.

James Brolin and Son Josh at Los Angeles International Airport - March 1, 1983

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The Running Manhits theaters on Nov. 7.