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entertainment1 year ago

Matthew McConaughey's Texas Move: A Pact to Escape Rom-Com Roles

Matthew McConaughey revealed on Nick Kyrgios' "Good Trouble" podcast that he left Hollywood and moved to Texas because he was typecast in romantic comedies and wanted to pursue more diverse roles. Despite being a successful rom-com actor, McConaughey made a pact with his wife to only return to acting for roles he truly wanted, rejecting a $14.5 million offer to return to the genre. His decision was seen as a bold move in Hollywood, ultimately leading to more varied opportunities.

via Variety|
#career-change#entertainment#hollywood
entertainment1 year ago

Matthew McConaughey's Texas Move: Escaping Hollywood's Rom-Com Shadow

Matthew McConaughey discussed his decision to move to Texas to escape being typecast as a "rom-com dude" in Hollywood. In a conversation on the Good Trouble podcast, McConaughey explained that he learned the importance of saying "no" to roles that didn't align with his aspirations, even turning down a $14.5 million offer. This move, seen as rebellious, eventually led to more dramatic roles, including his Oscar-winning performance in Dallas Buyers Club.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#career-change#entertainment#hollywood
entertainment1 year ago

"Ayo Edebiri and Paul Mescal: The Latest Hollywood Duo to Spark Romance Rumors"

Fans speculate whether Ayo Edebiri and Paul Mescal will star in an adaptation of Emily Henry's novels after the author reposted a photo of the two actors. Speculation points to "People We Meet on Vacation" as a potential fit for the duo, but "Beach Read" is also considered a possibility. The actors' potential involvement in multiple works together adds to the excitement surrounding the potential rom-com adaptations.

via The Daily Beast|
#ayo-edebiri#book-adaptations#emily-henry
entertainment1 year ago

"Ultimate Valentine's Day Movie Guide: Unmissable Rom-Coms and Love Week Essentials"

If you're tired of rewatching the same romantic comedies, here are seven underrated films to consider for Valentine's Day, including "Rye Lane," "What If?," "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society," "Celeste and Jesse Forever," "Man Up," "The Last Five Years," and "Me and Earl and the Dying Girl." These movies offer fresh takes on romance and comedy, featuring charming performances and engaging storylines, and are available for streaming on various platforms.

via Tom's Guide|
#entertainment#love#movies
entertainment2 years ago

"Drew Barrymore's Emotional Reaction to 'The Wedding Singer' Goes Viral"

Drew Barrymore became emotional while watching The Wedding Singer and posted a tearful message to her co-star Adam Sandler, expressing her love and appreciation for their friendship and collaboration over the years. Sandler responded with a heartfelt message of his own. The pair starred in three romantic comedies together and have maintained a close friendship for over two decades.

via E! NEWS|
#adam-sandler#drew-barrymore#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"What Happens Later": Meg Ryan and David Duchovny Discuss the Ending and the State of Romantic Comedies

Meg Ryan and David Duchovny discuss the ambiguous ending of their film "What Happens Later," where their characters reconnect but don't exchange phone numbers before parting ways. Ryan believes the ending is perfect and suggests that these two people will continue to cross paths and "screw it up in perpetuity." Duchovny adds that the ending will spark discussions among viewers, with some wanting the characters to end up together and others not. Despite not exchanging numbers, Duchovny points out that in the age of social media, finding someone is easy.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#ambiguous-ending#david-duchovny#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Meg Ryan and David Duchovny Reflect on Rom-Coms and Fame in 'What Happens Later'

Meg Ryan and David Duchovny, co-stars of the film "What Happens Later," discuss their on-screen chemistry, the influence of Nora Ephron, and the false promise of fame. Ryan dedicates the film to Ephron, with whom she collaborated on beloved romantic comedies like "When Harry Met Sally" and "Sleepless in Seattle." The film, which Ryan co-wrote and directed, tells the story of two exes stuck in an airport during a snowstorm. Ryan and Duchovny share their experiences working together, their hiatuses from the industry, and their thoughts on their children pursuing acting careers.

via The Associated Press|
#david-duchovny#entertainment#film