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entertainment2 years ago

Jodie Foster Reflects on Resilience and Integrity in Hollywood Survival

Veteran actress Jodie Foster reflects on her career and life, acknowledging the shift in her professional focus from leading roles to supporting others in the industry. With a career starting at age three and two Oscars to her name, Foster took a break from acting to focus on her family but has returned with acclaimed roles in Netflix's "Nyad" and HBO's "True Detective: Night Country." Despite her success, Foster has always maintained a level of privacy and introspection, surviving the pressures of Hollywood and finding a sense of freedom in her current work. "Nyad" is currently streaming on Netflix, and "True Detective: Night Country" is set to debut on HBO.

via CBS News|
##actingcareer#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Julianne Moore and Annette Bening: Reuniting for 'Nyad' Training and Fast-paced Filming

Julianne Moore and Annette Bening discuss their roles in the films "Nyad" and "May December," where Bening portrays athlete Diana Nyad and Moore plays a woman named Gracie whose marriage is disrupted by a TV star. They talk about the challenges of their roles, including Bening's swimming scenes and Moore's portrayal of a character involved in a controversial relationship. They also reflect on their previous collaboration in "The Kids Are All Right."

via Variety|
#acting#annette-bening#entertainment
film2 years ago

"Annette Bening and Jodie Foster defy age limits in 'Nyad' swim movie"

Annette Bening and Jodie Foster defy age stereotypes in the film "Nyad," directed by Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi. The actresses trained extensively to portray marathon swimmer Diana Nyad and her trainer Bonnie Stoll, showcasing their athleticism and breaking down limitations placed on mature women in Hollywood. Bening, 65, swam every stroke in the film, spending hours in the water daily, while Foster, 60, transformed her physique through rigorous workouts and strict dieting. Their performances highlight the transformative power of athleticism and serve as a reminder of the joy found in physically immersive endeavors at any age.

via The Washington Post|
#age#annette-bening#athleticism
entertainment2 years ago

"Quiz Lady": Sandra Oh and Awkwafina Shine in Energetic Comedy

This weekend's new releases on streaming platforms include the Netflix comedy "Quiz Lady" starring Awkwafina and Sandra Oh, Apple TV+'s "Fingernails" featuring Jeremy Allen White and Jessie Buckley, and the inspiring sports biopic "NYAD" on Netflix, with Annette Bening portraying distance swimmer Diana Nyad. Other notable releases include HBO's "The Gilded Age" Season 2 and Disney+'s "Loki."

via Decider|
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entertainment2 years ago

"Annette Bening and Jodie Foster Shine in Oscar-Worthy 'Nyad' Performance"

Married filmmakers Jimmy Chin and Chai Vasarhelyi have made their narrative directorial debut with "Nyad," a film about Diana Nyad's pursuit of becoming the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida without a cage. The film highlights the personal and professional obstacles Nyad had to overcome, with Annette Bening delivering an impressive performance in the lead role. Bening, who has been nominated for an Oscar four times, is considered overdue for the award and her portrayal of Nyad could be a strong contender. Jodie Foster also shines in a supporting role as Nyad's best friend and coach. Netflix will release the film in select theaters on Oct. 20 before streaming it on Nov. 3.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#annette-bening#chai-vasarhelyi#entertainment