The film 'The Wild Bunch', directed by Sam Peckinpah, was released in the United States. It became known for its innovative and controversial depiction of violence in Western films.
Principal photography for 'The Wild Bunch' commenced, marking the start of shooting for the iconic Western film.
Sam Peckinpah gained significant recognition from the critical and commercial impact of 'The Wild Bunch', influencing modern cinema and Western genre filmmaking.