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Claudia Cardinale was a captivating Italian actress known for her beauty, charisma, and authenticity, who made significant contributions to both European and Hollywood cinema, though Hollywood struggled to fully capture her essence.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson explains his recent smaller physique, which resulted from bulking up for his role in 'The Smashing Machine' and now shedding weight for his next film 'Lizard Music,' where he aims to transform again.
John Leguizamo reflected on feeling humiliated by his early film role in 'Regarding Henry,' which he felt perpetuated negative Latino stereotypes, highlighting the limited and stereotypical roles available to Latinos in Hollywood at the time. Despite this, he has since dedicated himself to uplifting the Latino community through advocacy and diverse projects.
Barry Keoghan discusses how his role in "Saltburn" has shifted public perception of him away from being typecast as a "weird-looking guy," expressing relief at being seen in a different light. The Irish actor reflects on his past roles and declares an end to his "freak child-man era," emphasizing his evolution as an actor. Filmmaker Martin McDonagh praises Keoghan's ability to authentically portray complex characters, while Keoghan explains his approach to filming challenging scenes.
Charlize Theron has revealed that she will no longer gain weight for movie roles due to the lasting effects it has had on her body. After gaining and losing weight for previous films, Theron struggled to shed the weight she put on for her role in "Tully" and even thought she was dying. She explained that her metabolism has changed since she turned 40, making it difficult to lose weight. Theron expressed that the initial excitement of gaining weight for a role wears off quickly, and it becomes a challenging and exhausting process to maintain the weight.
As Robert De Niro turns 80, his most memorable film roles are celebrated, including his performances in "GoodFellas," "Awakenings," "A Bronx Tale," "Heat," and "Meet the Parents." From his portrayal of the unhinged Jimmy "The Gent" Conway to the heart-wrenching Leonard Lowe, De Niro's diverse range and talent have left a lasting impact on the film industry. As he potentially sets a new record for the longest gap between Oscar wins, fans eagerly await his upcoming film "Killers of the Flower Moon."
Michael J. Fox revealed on "The View" that he turned down a role in the 1990 romantic thriller "Ghost" alongside Whoopi Goldberg, calling himself a "f---ing idiot" for doing so. Goldberg, who won an Oscar for her role in the film, was shocked by the revelation but suggested they could still work together in the future. Fox had previously mentioned turning down the role in an interview with Variety, saying he "didn't see how it would work."
Rachel McAdams turned down several big-name film roles, including "Iron Man" and "Casino Royale," during a two-year pause in her career. Despite feeling guilty for passing on the opportunities, McAdams believes she made the right decision for her mental health. The actress, who rose to fame after starring in "The Notebook" and "Mean Girls," opens up about her career and fame while promoting her upcoming film "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret."
Rachel McAdams reflects on taking breaks from acting, including a two-year hiatus, and turning down roles in films like "The Devil Wears Prada," "Casino Royale," and "Iron Man." She explains that some of those opportunities didn't align with her personality and what she needed to stay sane. McAdams, who is now a mother, prioritizes family even while working on projects and had her sister as her on-set makeup artist during filming for "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret."