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Brokeback Mountain, a groundbreaking romantic drama about two cowboys, turns 20 and is returning to theaters. The film starred Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal, whose careers have since flourished, with Ledger passing away in 2008. The movie was critically acclaimed, earning eight Oscar nominations and three wins, and remains influential in cinema and LGBTQ+ representation.
Director Stephen Gaghan shared heartbreaking new details about Heath Ledger's death, revealing that Ledger was found with a copy of Malcolm Gladwell's book and Gaghan's screenplay next to him. Gaghan had envisioned Ledger as the lead in a movie adaptation of Gladwell's book, despite the role being initially intended for Leonardo DiCaprio. Gaghan recalled his deep connection with Ledger and the shock he felt when he received a call from Ledger's father after the actor's tragic death in 2008.
New details of Heath Ledger's death have been revealed as Hollywood director Stephen Gaghan shared the devastating phone call he received after the actor's passing. Ledger's body was found by a housekeeper in 2008, and his death was attributed to a mixture of prescription drugs. Gaghan had been working with Ledger on an adaptation of Malcolm Gladwell's "Blink" and recalled the emotional impact of the news. The project, originally with Leonardo DiCaprio, was later abandoned after Ledger's death.
Stephen Gaghan reveals new details about the tragic death of Heath Ledger, including a devastating phone call he received from Ledger's father, during a podcast interview with Malcolm Gladwell. The conversation also delves into their failed adaptation of Gladwell's book, Blink, which once had Leonardo DiCaprio attached. Gaghan explains how he became close to Ledger and ultimately let go of the project after the actor's passing, but now considers revisiting the script as he believes it was something special.
Christopher Nolan emotionally paid tribute to Heath Ledger during his Golden Globes speech, recalling the challenging moment of accepting an award on Ledger's behalf in 2009 and crediting Robert Downey Jr. for his support. Both Nolan and Downey Jr. won awards at the ceremony, with Downey Jr. winning the same award Ledger had received for his role in The Dark Knight. Nolan reflected on Ledger's impact on cinema, acknowledging the hole left by his sudden death but also celebrating the incredible legacy he built with his talent and dedication.
Christopher Nolan won the best director award at the 2024 Golden Globes and remembered the late Heath Ledger, who starred in his 2008 film The Dark Knight. Nolan thanked his colleagues and reflected on the role of a director in bringing people together. Ledger had previously won a Golden Globe for his performance in The Dark Knight, which Nolan accepted on his behalf in 2009. Oppenheimer, Nolan's film, also received several awards at the ceremony.
Christopher Nolan won his first Golden Globe for Best Director for Oppenheimer, but he recalled the complexity of accepting Heath Ledger's posthumous Best Supporting Actor award for The Dark Knight in 2009. He remembered the emotional moment and the support he received, emphasizing the collaborative nature of filmmaking. Ledger's acclaimed portrayal of the Joker in The Dark Knight earned him posthumous recognition, including a Golden Globe and an Academy Award.
The Golden Globes 2024 ceremony is back with a star-studded event, featuring presenters like Dua Lipa and Matt Damon. Notable wins include Cillian Murphy for Best Actor and Emma Stone for Best Actress. Christopher Nolan wins his first Golden Globe for Best Director for "Oppenheimer" and pays tribute to Heath Ledger in his speech. The event also sees Kieran Culkin's humorous acceptance speech and other wins for actors like Jeremy Allen White and Ali Wong.
Julia Stiles reenacted a scene from the 1999 film "10 Things I Hate About You" at the Mash-Up Americans Book Festival in New York City. Stiles portrayed her character, Kat Stratford, and read a poem to her co-star Heath Ledger's character. Stiles appeared emotional during the reading, as Ledger passed away in 2008. "10 Things I Hate About You" is one of Ledger's most popular films.
Julia Stiles, 42, recreated an iconic scene from the teen comedy "10 Things I Hate About You" at the Mash-Up Americans Book Festival in New York City. Stiles, who played the character Kat Stratford in the film, recited the love poem she wrote for Heath Ledger's character, Patrick Verona. The emotional performance reminded the audience of the film's enduring popularity and the connection Stiles made with her character.
Matilda Ledger, daughter of the late actor Heath Ledger, celebrated her 18th birthday with a Zoom party and received a special gift from her father's parents - his Best Supporting Actor Oscar, which he won posthumously for his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight. The award had been housed at the Western Australian Museum in Perth since 2009, and it was confirmed in 2016 that it would be passed on to Matilda. Matilda bears a striking resemblance to her father and has inherited his energy and inquisitive nature.
Christian Bale expressed disappointment in his portrayal of Batman in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, feeling that he didn't quite nail the character. He credited Heath Ledger's scene-stealing performance as the Joker for overshadowing his own work. Bale, however, expressed openness to reprising the role if Nolan were to return to the franchise. However, Nolan has stated that he has no plans to make another superhero movie.
Heath Ledger's signature lip-licking as the Joker in The Dark Knight was not an intentional acting choice, but rather a practical solution to keep the prosthetic scars on his face in place. The makeup team had to use prosthetics over Ledger's real face, which often got loose when he spoke. To keep it in place, he had to lick his lips and push the prosthetic back in place with his tongue. Despite being a practical solution, it added to the character's creepiness and became an unforgettable part of Ledger's portrayal.
Christopher Nolan initially planned to bring back Heath Ledger's Joker in 'The Dark Knight Rises' using CGI, but scrapped the idea as he felt it would be disrespectful to the late actor. Tom Hardy's portrayal of Bane in the film received some criticism, but he explained that the inspiration behind his voice for the character was the late actor Richard Burton. Despite setbacks, Nolan delivered another great Batman movie and ended the iconic trilogy in the best way possible.
Yellowstone actor Wes Bentley opened up about his addiction to drugs, revealing that he was $400,000 in debt and had lost everything. He said that his close friend Heath Ledger urged him to get sober, but he didn't listen until later. Bentley skipped Ledger's memorial service because he was high and regrets it. He's now been sober for over 10 years and stars in Yellowstone. Bentley still thinks of Ledger and urges people to show their loved ones that they care every day.