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entertainment2 years ago

Adam Driver Shrugs Off Criticism on Portraying Italians: 'Who Gives a S---?'

Adam Driver addressed criticism for playing Italian characters in consecutive films, "House of Gucci" and "Ferrari," on the "SmartLess" podcast. He expressed indifference to the backlash, emphasizing the importance of working with directors Ridley Scott and Michael Mann rather than the nationality of the characters. While "House of Gucci" received negative reviews for its accents, "Ferrari" was more positively received. Driver is set to appear in Francis Ford Coppola's upcoming sci-fi epic "Megalopolis."

via New York Post |
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entertainment2 years ago

Michael Mann's 'Ferrari': A Box Office Challenge with a Dueling Cinematic Style

Michael Mann's latest film "Ferrari," a biopic about Enzo Ferrari starring Adam Driver, is struggling at the box office, earning only $16 million globally against a $95 million budget. Despite the overall box office success during the holiday season, "Ferrari" ranked eighth in its opening weekend, overshadowed by other releases. Mann's history of films with critical acclaim but commercial challenges continues, casting doubt on the financial viability of future projects like "Heat 2."

via SlashFilm|
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entertainment2 years ago

Adam Driver Dismisses Fuss Over Portraying Italians: "Who Gives a S**t?"

Adam Driver discussed his recent roles as Italian characters in 'House of Gucci' and 'Ferrari' on the SmartLess podcast, expressing indifference to the pattern and emphasizing his focus on working with esteemed directors like Ridley Scott and Michael Mann rather than being strategic in his career choices. He also addressed the media's fixation on the topic and his candid response to a reporter's criticism of the 'Ferrari' crash scenes.

via Deadline|
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entertainment2 years ago

Adam Driver Dismisses Criticism on Portraying Iconic Italians: "Who Gives a S---?"

Adam Driver has addressed the coincidence of playing Italian characters in two recent biopics, "House of Gucci" and "Ferrari," stating that his choice in roles is not strategic but rather based on the opportunity to work with acclaimed directors like Ridley Scott and Michael Mann. He expressed indifference to the pattern of playing Italians, emphasizing his focus on the quality of the projects and filmmakers rather than the nationality of the characters. Despite the attention it has received, Driver clarified that he has also starred in other films set in different contexts between these two roles.

via BuzzFeed|
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entertainment2 years ago

Adam Driver Shrugs Off Criticism About Portraying Italian Characters

Adam Driver expressed his indifference to criticism about him playing Italian characters in recent films during an appearance on the "Smartless" podcast. He emphasized his choice of roles was based on the directors, Ridley Scott and Michael Mann, rather than a specific interest in portraying Italians. Despite the media's focus on this pattern, Driver humorously suggested he might avoid Italian roles in the future to prevent further typecasting, although he joked about the possibility of playing Gaspare Campari if the opportunity arose.

via TheWrap|
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entertainment2 years ago

Adam Driver Dismisses Fuss Over Portraying Iconic Italians

Adam Driver expressed frustration on the "Smartless" podcast about journalists fixating on him playing two Italian characters consecutively, Maurizio Gucci and Enzo Ferrari, in recent films. He emphasized his choice was based on the directors, Ridley Scott and Michael Mann, rather than a specific interest in Italian roles. Driver humorously suggested he might avoid Italian roles in the future due to the repetitive questioning, despite his appreciation for the filmmakers and projects themselves.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
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