Only a few films have managed to do what The Godfather did. The 1972 film by Francis Ford Coppola starring Al Pacino is one of the greatest and most influential films of all time and you cannot have a conversation about Hollywood’s best works without mentioning it. Everything from the cinematography and direction to the cast and storyline was absolute perfection.
A still from The Godfather (1972) | Paramount Pictures
While the film went on to become a cultural phenomenon, there was no way the cast and crew could have guessed the level of impact The Godfather would go on to make. However, Al Pacino once recalled a moment from the set involving Francis Ford Coppola which made him realize just what a gem of a film he was in.
When Al Pacino Stumbled Across a Distressed Francis Ford Coppola Al Pacino as Michael Corleone in The Godfather | Paramount Pictures
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A still from The Godfather (1972) | Paramount Pictures
While the film went on to become a cultural phenomenon, there was no way the cast and crew could have guessed the level of impact The Godfather would go on to make. However, Al Pacino once recalled a moment from the set involving Francis Ford Coppola which made him realize just what a gem of a film he was in.
When Al Pacino Stumbled Across a Distressed Francis Ford Coppola Al Pacino as Michael Corleone in The Godfather | Paramount Pictures
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- 5/27/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
“Being Maria” is a flawed but fascinating look at the turbulent life of actor Maria Schneider, played by a game Anamaria Vartolomei (“Happening”). It limns her rebellious teen years, her big breakthrough at 19 in Bernardo Bertolucci’s “Last Tango in Paris,” and how her trauma on set and the film’s notoriety impacted her subsequent career and mental health. Helmer Jessica Palud (“Back Home”) and co-scripter Laurette Polmanss loosely adapt a memoir by Schneider’s younger cousin to show events through the star’s eyes. Despite a clunky air of earnestness and some soap opera-like scenes, plus the overly familiar arc of a celebrity spiraling out of control, the film resonates because the central topic is so of the moment. It’s a cautionary tale about a naïve and powerless young talent abused in the name of art, as well as the agonizing aftermath of her maltreatment.
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- 5/27/2024
- by Alissa Simon
- Variety Film + TV
Sofia Mattsson is remembering her General Hospital co-star Johnny Wactor following news of his death.
In a social media post, Mattsson paid tribute to the late actor with a series of photos from the ABC soap and touching words.
“My heart is so utterly broken… Johnny was the absolute best,” Mattsson posted on Instagram. “So genuine. So caring. Incredibly hard-working and humble. With a huge heart that spread so much kindness and joy. He always made sure everyone around him felt seen, heard and loved. I admire the man he was so much and I’m a better person for having known him.”
She continued, “We shared so many special moments, both on and off screen, and I will forever cherish them deeply in my heart. You will be so incredibly missed Johnny… I’m sure you’re already busy taking care of everyone up there.”
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In a social media post, Mattsson paid tribute to the late actor with a series of photos from the ABC soap and touching words.
“My heart is so utterly broken… Johnny was the absolute best,” Mattsson posted on Instagram. “So genuine. So caring. Incredibly hard-working and humble. With a huge heart that spread so much kindness and joy. He always made sure everyone around him felt seen, heard and loved. I admire the man he was so much and I’m a better person for having known him.”
She continued, “We shared so many special moments, both on and off screen, and I will forever cherish them deeply in my heart. You will be so incredibly missed Johnny… I’m sure you’re already busy taking care of everyone up there.”
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- 5/27/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The General Hospital cast and crew members were hit with another devastating loss over the weekend.
Johnny Wactor, who played Brando Corbin on the ABC soap from 2020 until he was killed off in 2022, was shot and killed in an alleged theft gone wrong.
According to TMZ, Johnny was in downtown Los Angeles with co-workers when they noticed a few men messing with the actor’s car. And while Johnny’s mom told the publication he didn’t attempt to confront the men, he was still shot and killed.
Despite receiving attention from paramedics, Johnny was pronounced dead when he arrived at the hospital. His mother told the publication that her son was “a loving young man.”
He leaves behind his mom, two brothers, and many friends from General Hospital from his time in Port Charles.
His General Hospital co-stars have begun reacting to the tragedy and remembering Johnny for the...
Johnny Wactor, who played Brando Corbin on the ABC soap from 2020 until he was killed off in 2022, was shot and killed in an alleged theft gone wrong.
According to TMZ, Johnny was in downtown Los Angeles with co-workers when they noticed a few men messing with the actor’s car. And while Johnny’s mom told the publication he didn’t attempt to confront the men, he was still shot and killed.
Despite receiving attention from paramedics, Johnny was pronounced dead when he arrived at the hospital. His mother told the publication that her son was “a loving young man.”
He leaves behind his mom, two brothers, and many friends from General Hospital from his time in Port Charles.
His General Hospital co-stars have begun reacting to the tragedy and remembering Johnny for the...
- 5/27/2024
- by Tiffany Bailey
- Monsters and Critics
General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor, who played Brando Corbin from 2020-2022, has died according to TMZ.
Wactor was shot and killed early Saturday morning according to his mother, Scarlett. She told TMZ that Wactor was with a co-worker when he encountered three men messing around with his car. This matches up with a report indicating that three men were trying to steal a catalytic converter.
According to Scarlett, she was informed that Wactor didn’t try to intervene but was shot anyway as the perpetrators left the scene.
Police information details that paramedics arrived on the scene around 3am. Wactor was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Police have not revealed a description the three suspects but Scarlett hopes they will be caught soon.
Wactor began his acting career in 2007 with a role on “Army Wives” then followed that up with a variety of roles over the next twenty years.
Wactor was shot and killed early Saturday morning according to his mother, Scarlett. She told TMZ that Wactor was with a co-worker when he encountered three men messing around with his car. This matches up with a report indicating that three men were trying to steal a catalytic converter.
According to Scarlett, she was informed that Wactor didn’t try to intervene but was shot anyway as the perpetrators left the scene.
Police information details that paramedics arrived on the scene around 3am. Wactor was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Police have not revealed a description the three suspects but Scarlett hopes they will be caught soon.
Wactor began his acting career in 2007 with a role on “Army Wives” then followed that up with a variety of roles over the next twenty years.
- 5/26/2024
- by Matt Crider
- Soap Opera Spy
Johnny Wactor, an actor best known for his role as Brando Corbin in “General Hospital,” was shot and killed during a suspected catalytic converter theft attempt in downtown L.A. on Saturday morning. He was 37.
Wactor’s talent agent David Shaul confirmed the actor’s death to Variety on Sunday.
“Johnny Wactor was a spectacular human being. Not just a talented actor who was committed to his craft but a real moral example to everyone who knew him. Standing for hard work, tenacity and a never give up attitude. In the highs and lows of a challenging profession he always kept his chin up and kept striving for the best he could be,” Shaul said in a statement. “Our time with Johnny was a privilege we would wish on everyone. He would literally give you the shirt off his back. After over a decade together, he will leave a hole in our hearts forever.
Wactor’s talent agent David Shaul confirmed the actor’s death to Variety on Sunday.
“Johnny Wactor was a spectacular human being. Not just a talented actor who was committed to his craft but a real moral example to everyone who knew him. Standing for hard work, tenacity and a never give up attitude. In the highs and lows of a challenging profession he always kept his chin up and kept striving for the best he could be,” Shaul said in a statement. “Our time with Johnny was a privilege we would wish on everyone. He would literally give you the shirt off his back. After over a decade together, he will leave a hole in our hearts forever.
- 5/26/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
General Hospital spoilers and updates reveal in a terrible twist of real life imitating art, Johnny Wactor who played the late character Brando Corbin has been shot and killed!
His Gh character was killed outside Charlie’s Pub, the first kill of the infamous Hook, revealed to be Heather Webber (Alley Mills).
General Hospital Spoilers: Johnny Wactor Appeared In Nearly 200 Episodes Of Gh
Wactor, who appeared in nearly 200 episodes of Gh as Brando, according to TMZ was fatally shot in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning.
According to his mother Scarlett, Johnny and a coworker witnessed three men tampering with his car. Although the authorities have not disclosed his identity, this incident aligns with a case where three suspects attempted to steal a catalytic converter.
Scarlett reveals that Johnny did not resist or intervene, yet the assailants still shot him before fleeing the scene. Paramedics arrived shortly after 3 Am Pt,...
His Gh character was killed outside Charlie’s Pub, the first kill of the infamous Hook, revealed to be Heather Webber (Alley Mills).
General Hospital Spoilers: Johnny Wactor Appeared In Nearly 200 Episodes Of Gh
Wactor, who appeared in nearly 200 episodes of Gh as Brando, according to TMZ was fatally shot in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning.
According to his mother Scarlett, Johnny and a coworker witnessed three men tampering with his car. Although the authorities have not disclosed his identity, this incident aligns with a case where three suspects attempted to steal a catalytic converter.
Scarlett reveals that Johnny did not resist or intervene, yet the assailants still shot him before fleeing the scene. Paramedics arrived shortly after 3 Am Pt,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Rita Ryan
- Celebrating The Soaps
oIn an apparent robbery attempt gone wrong, a General Hospital actor was shot and killed in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday. The actor’s mother reported the news and the tragic demise of the soap opera star.
Here is what you need to know about this sad and senseless murder.
General Hospital Actor Killed In Robbery Attempt
The mother of Johnny Wactor, an actor who appeared in almost 200 episodes of General Hospital, announced that her son was murdered on Saturday morning in Los Angeles. The incident happened during an apparent attempted robbery attempt.
Scarlett Wactor told TMZ that Johnny with with one of his co-workers when they saw three men around Johnny’s car. They approached the men and it seemed that they might have been trying to steal his catalytic converter. According to Scarlett, Johnny didn’t try to stop them or attack them, but one of them shot him anyway and ran.
Here is what you need to know about this sad and senseless murder.
General Hospital Actor Killed In Robbery Attempt
The mother of Johnny Wactor, an actor who appeared in almost 200 episodes of General Hospital, announced that her son was murdered on Saturday morning in Los Angeles. The incident happened during an apparent attempted robbery attempt.
Scarlett Wactor told TMZ that Johnny with with one of his co-workers when they saw three men around Johnny’s car. They approached the men and it seemed that they might have been trying to steal his catalytic converter. According to Scarlett, Johnny didn’t try to stop them or attack them, but one of them shot him anyway and ran.
- 5/26/2024
- by Shawn Lealos
- TV Shows Ace
Legendary actor James Caan was known for his role as Sonny Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather. The actor received an Academy Award nomination for his role as Don’s eldest son and was often regarded as one of the greatest actors of the generation. Caan also starred in films such as Misery, The Gambler, and Elf.
Caan has also turned down many noted roles that turned out to be game-changers for the actors who ended up playing them. Among films such as The French Connection and Apocalypse Now, Caan was rumored to be offered the role of Han Solo in Star Wars. While Harrison Ford played the iconic character, Caan reportedly had a crude response to it.
James Caan’s Crude Response To Harrison Ford Playing Han Solo Harrison Ford in Star Wars: A New Hope | Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd./20th Century Fox
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Caan has also turned down many noted roles that turned out to be game-changers for the actors who ended up playing them. Among films such as The French Connection and Apocalypse Now, Caan was rumored to be offered the role of Han Solo in Star Wars. While Harrison Ford played the iconic character, Caan reportedly had a crude response to it.
James Caan’s Crude Response To Harrison Ford Playing Han Solo Harrison Ford in Star Wars: A New Hope | Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd./20th Century Fox
Harrison Ford’s role as...
- 5/26/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Vanderpump Rules star Tom Schwartz is celebrating his brother’s second chance at life. It has been a rough go for two of his triplet brothers which he has shared somewhat on the show. Now, he is opening up even more about being grateful for a miracle that he cannot help but observe. Keep reading for more details on the monumental moment.
Tom Schwartz’s Celebrates Brother’s 2nd Chance At Life
In the Season 10 finale of Vanderpump Rules, Tom Schwartz casually dropped that his brother was sick. He has triplet brothers, Bert, Brandon, and Billy who were featured at his wedding to Katie Maloney in Season 5. It was unclear if they would be able to make it due to finances and living in Florida. Yet, Jax Taylor and Tom Sandoval made sure the boys were in attendance as they flew them in to be Schwartz’s wedding gift. They...
Tom Schwartz’s Celebrates Brother’s 2nd Chance At Life
In the Season 10 finale of Vanderpump Rules, Tom Schwartz casually dropped that his brother was sick. He has triplet brothers, Bert, Brandon, and Billy who were featured at his wedding to Katie Maloney in Season 5. It was unclear if they would be able to make it due to finances and living in Florida. Yet, Jax Taylor and Tom Sandoval made sure the boys were in attendance as they flew them in to be Schwartz’s wedding gift. They...
- 5/26/2024
- by Amanda Lauren
- TV Shows Ace
Imagine dipping into a time capsule and emerging with a slice of cinematic history—could there be a more thrilling comeback? That is the electrifying sensation we are getting as Billy Zane is working hard to play Marlon Brando.
Billy, 58, sported no shirt in one of the photos of his upcoming biopic, Waltzing with Brando, where he can be seen assuming the role of the renowned Hollywood star. Have you seen the transformation? The resemblance is uncanny, leaving us with goosebumps and high hopes.
Fans are abuzz, likening Zane’s potential resurgence to Brendan Fraser’s heartwarming comeback with The Whale, and we can’t help but agree. The hours of meticulous research, pouring over Brando’s classic performances and mannerisms, and silent anticipation have all led up to this moment.
Billy Zane on the set of Marlon Brando’s biopic | Instagram: @billyzane
The Return of Billy Zane: A...
Billy, 58, sported no shirt in one of the photos of his upcoming biopic, Waltzing with Brando, where he can be seen assuming the role of the renowned Hollywood star. Have you seen the transformation? The resemblance is uncanny, leaving us with goosebumps and high hopes.
Fans are abuzz, likening Zane’s potential resurgence to Brendan Fraser’s heartwarming comeback with The Whale, and we can’t help but agree. The hours of meticulous research, pouring over Brando’s classic performances and mannerisms, and silent anticipation have all led up to this moment.
Billy Zane on the set of Marlon Brando’s biopic | Instagram: @billyzane
The Return of Billy Zane: A...
- 5/25/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
"One-Eyed Jacks" might have been Marlon Brando's sole directing stint, but the 1961 western comes as close to perfection as possible within the confines of the genre. A high-stakes robbery acts as a catalyst for the dramatic ebb and flow that defines the unforgettable story, where a man contends with the heinous betrayal by his mentor, the father figure who has shaped him into the person he is today. This brooding, brokenhearted man, Rio (Brando) flits between vengeance and forgiveness, with a budding romance complicating the instinctual need to settle scores the old-fashioned way. The film is also stunning to behold, its gaze lingering on beautiful landscapes that blend the romanticism of Westerns with the naturalistic impulses within its complicated characters.
The making of such an intense, kinetic drama was filled with roadblocks, and Brando was not involved with it from the get-go. "One-Eyed Jacks" was initially intended to function...
The making of such an intense, kinetic drama was filled with roadblocks, and Brando was not involved with it from the get-go. "One-Eyed Jacks" was initially intended to function...
- 5/24/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
When it comes to undisputed box office superstardom, it is difficult to look past Tom Cruise. The charismatic actor has proved his impact in Hollywood time and again through iconic blockbusters that have cemented his place as one of the most influential celebrities in the industry.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick (image credit: Paramount Pictures)
With Top Gun: Maverick, Cruise went on to create history not just through the film’s record breaking collections, but also reportedly earned a jaw-dropping $100 million plus for his iconic role. While this is a staggering achievement that’s hard to beat, the ball was set rolling 5 decades ago by the legendary Marlon Brando who became the first male actor to take home $1 million for a single film.
Tom Cruise May Hold This Record But Marlon Brando Pioneered It
When it comes to blockbusters, networth, and whopping paychecks, Tom Cruise is at the top of the celebrity list.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick (image credit: Paramount Pictures)
With Top Gun: Maverick, Cruise went on to create history not just through the film’s record breaking collections, but also reportedly earned a jaw-dropping $100 million plus for his iconic role. While this is a staggering achievement that’s hard to beat, the ball was set rolling 5 decades ago by the legendary Marlon Brando who became the first male actor to take home $1 million for a single film.
Tom Cruise May Hold This Record But Marlon Brando Pioneered It
When it comes to blockbusters, networth, and whopping paychecks, Tom Cruise is at the top of the celebrity list.
- 5/23/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Francis Ford Coppola made one of the greatest crime films ever when he adapted Mario Puzo’s The Godfather. The Marlon Brando-starrer saw the veteran win his second Oscar for Best Actor and was a breakthrough for Al Pacino. Coppola then followed it up with The Godfather – Part II, which became the first sequel to win Best Picture.
The sequel saw Robert De Niro play the role of a younger Vito Corleone (played by Brando in the original). De Niro won the Oscar for Best Supporting Role for the film and had a breakthrough with the film. While he did a phenomenal job as Corleone, he reportedly auditioned way back for the first part and was up for the role of Sonny Corleone.
Robert De Niro Originally Auditioned For Sonny Corleone In The Godfather Marlon Brando in The Godfather | Credits: Paramount Pictures/Alfran Productions
Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather...
The sequel saw Robert De Niro play the role of a younger Vito Corleone (played by Brando in the original). De Niro won the Oscar for Best Supporting Role for the film and had a breakthrough with the film. While he did a phenomenal job as Corleone, he reportedly auditioned way back for the first part and was up for the role of Sonny Corleone.
Robert De Niro Originally Auditioned For Sonny Corleone In The Godfather Marlon Brando in The Godfather | Credits: Paramount Pictures/Alfran Productions
Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather...
- 5/23/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
There has been a lot of noise at this year’s Cannes Film Festival about France’s accelerated MeToo movement, particularly by female cinema stars leading the charge. So whether coincidental or not, the world premiere in the Cannes Premiere section last night of Being Maria (aka Maria) seemed like perfect timing and more relevant than ever
Jessica Palud directs and co-wrote the screenplay with Laurette Polmanss (inspired by cousin Vanessa Schneider’s 2018 book) focusing on the life of actress Maria Schneider, who at age 19 was cast in 1973’s notorious sexual drama Last Tango In Paris, a scandal-riddled production from director Bernardo Bertolucci and starring Marlon Brando that got so heated the stars and director were even threatened with six months jail time in Italy upon its release, even as critics hailed the film as a masterpiece. Long before MeToo and the focus on treatment of women in Hollywood, Schneider...
Jessica Palud directs and co-wrote the screenplay with Laurette Polmanss (inspired by cousin Vanessa Schneider’s 2018 book) focusing on the life of actress Maria Schneider, who at age 19 was cast in 1973’s notorious sexual drama Last Tango In Paris, a scandal-riddled production from director Bernardo Bertolucci and starring Marlon Brando that got so heated the stars and director were even threatened with six months jail time in Italy upon its release, even as critics hailed the film as a masterpiece. Long before MeToo and the focus on treatment of women in Hollywood, Schneider...
- 5/22/2024
- by Pete Hammond
- Deadline Film + TV
When New Yorker film critic Pauline Kael wrote a long and heated rave of Bernardo Bertolucci’s Last Tango in Paris after its premiere in 1972, she stated, among other things, that “this is a movie people will be arguing about for as long as there are movies.”
Kael may have been overdoing it when she stressed Last Tango‘s monumental importance, claiming it was a “movie breakthrough” and that it “altered the face of the art form.” But in terms of people arguing years later about the film’s legacy, she was spot-on.
Case in point: Being Maria, a new biopic of tormented French actress Maria Schneider, who at age 19 starred opposite Marlon Brando in the Bertolucci movie — a feat that launched her career as a promising new international actress while destroying her life at the same time.
The reasons for this are well known, and resurfaced over the past...
Kael may have been overdoing it when she stressed Last Tango‘s monumental importance, claiming it was a “movie breakthrough” and that it “altered the face of the art form.” But in terms of people arguing years later about the film’s legacy, she was spot-on.
Case in point: Being Maria, a new biopic of tormented French actress Maria Schneider, who at age 19 starred opposite Marlon Brando in the Bertolucci movie — a feat that launched her career as a promising new international actress while destroying her life at the same time.
The reasons for this are well known, and resurfaced over the past...
- 5/22/2024
- by Jordan Mintzer
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
There is one masterpiece that continues to cast a long, illustrious shadow over the film industry: Francis Ford Coppola’s adaptation of Mario Puzo’s novel The Godfather.
Isn’t it remarkable how a film can so thoroughly capture the collective imagination, resonating with audiences decade after decade? Steeped in authenticity, the 1972 gangster masterpiece is heralded as one of the most acclaimed films of all time, etching its lines, scenes, and characters into the very fabric of cinematic history.
Al Pacino in The Godfather II | Credit: Paramount Pictures
Take Coppola’s ensemble cast, which starred Diane Keaton, Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, and Robert Duvall. The latter played Tom Hagen, the unofficially adopted son of Vito Corleone, played by Brando. Well, his portrayal of Tom in Paramount Pictures’ series is iconic, and it’s no surprise that his favorite scene from the film revolves around the revelation that he is the adopted son.
Isn’t it remarkable how a film can so thoroughly capture the collective imagination, resonating with audiences decade after decade? Steeped in authenticity, the 1972 gangster masterpiece is heralded as one of the most acclaimed films of all time, etching its lines, scenes, and characters into the very fabric of cinematic history.
Al Pacino in The Godfather II | Credit: Paramount Pictures
Take Coppola’s ensemble cast, which starred Diane Keaton, Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, and Robert Duvall. The latter played Tom Hagen, the unofficially adopted son of Vito Corleone, played by Brando. Well, his portrayal of Tom in Paramount Pictures’ series is iconic, and it’s no surprise that his favorite scene from the film revolves around the revelation that he is the adopted son.
- 5/18/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather earned its place as one of the most critically acclaimed films of all time. Starring Marlon Brando, Robert Duvall, Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, and many more, the movie turned into a cinematic masterpiece, garnering 11 nominations and 3 Academy Awards.
Robert Duvall in The Godfather (1972)
Considering that Robert Duvall played a significant role in The Godfather’s success providing his exceptional performance, the actor was asked about his sense of how special the film might have been, during the 50th anniversary of the movie. Shockingly, Duvall claimed to have a remarkable intuition about the film’s success even before its completion.
Robert Duvall’s Eerily Accurate Prediction About The Godfather
Sharing the screen with the likes of Al Pacino, the acclaimed actor Robert Duvall appeared in Francis Ford Coppola‘s The Godfather as Tom Hagen, the informally adopted son of Marlon Brando’s Vito Corleone and...
Robert Duvall in The Godfather (1972)
Considering that Robert Duvall played a significant role in The Godfather’s success providing his exceptional performance, the actor was asked about his sense of how special the film might have been, during the 50th anniversary of the movie. Shockingly, Duvall claimed to have a remarkable intuition about the film’s success even before its completion.
Robert Duvall’s Eerily Accurate Prediction About The Godfather
Sharing the screen with the likes of Al Pacino, the acclaimed actor Robert Duvall appeared in Francis Ford Coppola‘s The Godfather as Tom Hagen, the informally adopted son of Marlon Brando’s Vito Corleone and...
- 5/16/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Godfather remains a revered piece of cinema even after more than fifty years of its release. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, the film tells the story of Michael Corleone, an outsider in a mafia family, who eventually goes on to become a mafia don. Actor Al Pacino played the role of Michael Corleone, and given his performance it is hard to imagine anyone else as the character.
Marlon Brando and Al Pacino’s perofrmance in The Godfather received critical acclaim.
According to reports, actor Burt Reynolds was once in contention to play the role of Michael Corleone in the film. However, Reynolds had to later decline the offer to star in the movie, after Marlon Brando, who played Michael’s father, threatened to exit if Reynolds was cast over Pacino. Here is how Pacino owes Brando for The Godfather role.
Marlon Brando Threatened to Quit The Godfather if Burt...
Marlon Brando and Al Pacino’s perofrmance in The Godfather received critical acclaim.
According to reports, actor Burt Reynolds was once in contention to play the role of Michael Corleone in the film. However, Reynolds had to later decline the offer to star in the movie, after Marlon Brando, who played Michael’s father, threatened to exit if Reynolds was cast over Pacino. Here is how Pacino owes Brando for The Godfather role.
Marlon Brando Threatened to Quit The Godfather if Burt...
- 5/16/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Playing the role of Corleone family consigliere Tom Hagen, Robert Duvall shared many scenes with the late legend Marlon Brando, during their collaboration on The Godfather. During their on-set experience, Duvall got to witness one of Brando’s acting quirks – using cue cards to remember his lines.
Robert Duvall in The Godfather
Reports of Marlon Brando using cue cards have made rounds on the internet, for many years, since the actor’s demise. But finally, Robert Duvall addressed the very practice and broke his silence on Brando’s acting quirks. Since many had pointed to Brando’s use of cue cards as a symptom of laziness, without holding back, Duvall claimed the same and called out the legend for his practice.
Robert Duvall Called Out Marlon Brando’s Acting Quirks
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola‘s The Godfather in 2022, Robert Duvall sat for an interview with The A.V. Club,...
Robert Duvall in The Godfather
Reports of Marlon Brando using cue cards have made rounds on the internet, for many years, since the actor’s demise. But finally, Robert Duvall addressed the very practice and broke his silence on Brando’s acting quirks. Since many had pointed to Brando’s use of cue cards as a symptom of laziness, without holding back, Duvall claimed the same and called out the legend for his practice.
Robert Duvall Called Out Marlon Brando’s Acting Quirks
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola‘s The Godfather in 2022, Robert Duvall sat for an interview with The A.V. Club,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Marlon Brando is among the pantheon of the greatest actors to have ever graced the silver screen. He popularized the art of method acting and maintaining the intensity of his characters throughout production. His award-winning and acclaimed performances in A Streetcar Named Desire, On the Waterfront, and The Godfather continued to be analyzed and admired by current actors.
Marlon Brando as Colonel Walter Kurtz in Apocalypse Now
One of his most recognizable antagonistic performances was in Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now, Brando has had an infamous reputation for being difficult to work with. During the film, Brando and his co-star Dennis Hopper had a misunderstanding, where Brando threw a tantrum, resulting in a feud that almost turned physical.
Dennis Hopper Got Pissed With Marlon Brando’s Insults and Almost Fought Him
Marlon Brando requested his scenes to be shot separately from Dennis Hopper in Apocalypse Now
By the late 70s,...
Marlon Brando as Colonel Walter Kurtz in Apocalypse Now
One of his most recognizable antagonistic performances was in Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now, Brando has had an infamous reputation for being difficult to work with. During the film, Brando and his co-star Dennis Hopper had a misunderstanding, where Brando threw a tantrum, resulting in a feud that almost turned physical.
Dennis Hopper Got Pissed With Marlon Brando’s Insults and Almost Fought Him
Marlon Brando requested his scenes to be shot separately from Dennis Hopper in Apocalypse Now
By the late 70s,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Billy Zane was first cast as Marlon Brando all the way back in 2019 – and things have been pretty much silent for the bulk of the five years that followed. But now, with the movie at this year’s Cannes Market, we finally have a look at Zane as Brando…and wow does he nail it!
Billy Zane’s Marlon Brando is from a pivotal era in the legendary actor’s career, with Waltzing with Brando taking place in the late ‘60s into the early ‘70s, when his work shifted dramatically and he reinvented himself. Appropriately, Zane has entirely reinvented his look to portray Brando. Photos made available courtesy of Deadline fresh out of Cannes show Zane on the island of Tetiaroa, which Brando purchased in the 1960s when he had that “private island money.” Brando took to the region while filming 1962’s Mutiny on the Bounty; other key movies that...
Billy Zane’s Marlon Brando is from a pivotal era in the legendary actor’s career, with Waltzing with Brando taking place in the late ‘60s into the early ‘70s, when his work shifted dramatically and he reinvented himself. Appropriately, Zane has entirely reinvented his look to portray Brando. Photos made available courtesy of Deadline fresh out of Cannes show Zane on the island of Tetiaroa, which Brando purchased in the 1960s when he had that “private island money.” Brando took to the region while filming 1962’s Mutiny on the Bounty; other key movies that...
- 5/15/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Every production that airs on screens in Hollywood has two stories – one that it portrays and another that happened behind the scenes. Famed for filming award-winning movies like The Godfather, The Conversation, and Apocalypse Now, Francis Ford Coppola stands tall in the list of acclaimed filmmakers. However, he has seen days where his projects nearly went to a loss due to concerning behaviors from his actors like Marlon Brando and now is having a similar impact on his own movies because of none but his own behavior.
Francis Ford Coppola in his early days
A string of reports from the sets of the upcoming ambitious leap from the director, Megalopolis, has added a layer of disbelief. Renowned for his cinematography, vision, and dedication to the craft, crew admissions have held him accountable for nearly ruining the flick’s shooting. Ironically, all of it mirrors largely what he faced himself during...
Francis Ford Coppola in his early days
A string of reports from the sets of the upcoming ambitious leap from the director, Megalopolis, has added a layer of disbelief. Renowned for his cinematography, vision, and dedication to the craft, crew admissions have held him accountable for nearly ruining the flick’s shooting. Ironically, all of it mirrors largely what he faced himself during...
- 5/15/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
It’s hard to imagine anyone other than Al Pacino in the role of Michael Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola’s epic crime drama The Godfather. However, Coppola went out of his way to cast the actor after Paramount wanted a Marvel star in the role of Michael. Interestingly, Al Pacino, a newcomer at the time, had a different role in mind. He eyed the role of the hot-headed Sonny Corleone, which later went to James Caan.
Al Pacino as Michael Corleone in a still from The Godfather
The studio was also against Coppola’s choice of Marlon Brando for the role of Vito Corleone. They initially considered Laurence Olivier for the role but once he became unavailable, Coppola and Paramount entered a months-long debate on casting Brando.
Al Pacino Wanted To Play A Different Character In The Godfather
Al Pacino initially wanted to play the role of Sonny Corleone...
Al Pacino as Michael Corleone in a still from The Godfather
The studio was also against Coppola’s choice of Marlon Brando for the role of Vito Corleone. They initially considered Laurence Olivier for the role but once he became unavailable, Coppola and Paramount entered a months-long debate on casting Brando.
Al Pacino Wanted To Play A Different Character In The Godfather
Al Pacino initially wanted to play the role of Sonny Corleone...
- 5/15/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
More than five decades ago, Al Pacino and Marlon Brando collaborated on their first project together, which ended up being a smash hit: 1972’s The Godfather. Yet, as tremendously as both the actors performed as prominent characters in the film, they apparently didn’t receive the same and fair treatment while being applauded for the masterpiece’s success at the Academy Awards.
Al Pacino and Marlon Brando in The Godfather.
That said, multiple rumors started floating around about Pacino’s hatred for his co-star Brando, because of how unfairly he was treated in front of him at the Oscars. However, as it turns out, surprisingly enough, all of those rumors were nothing short of mere pieces of gossip, considering how Pacino even seemed disturbed while addressing and refuting all such rumors.
Al Pacino Clears the Air About His Alleged Feud with Marlon Brando Over The Godfather
Back in 1972, when The Godfather initially hit the theatres,...
Al Pacino and Marlon Brando in The Godfather.
That said, multiple rumors started floating around about Pacino’s hatred for his co-star Brando, because of how unfairly he was treated in front of him at the Oscars. However, as it turns out, surprisingly enough, all of those rumors were nothing short of mere pieces of gossip, considering how Pacino even seemed disturbed while addressing and refuting all such rumors.
Al Pacino Clears the Air About His Alleged Feud with Marlon Brando Over The Godfather
Back in 1972, when The Godfather initially hit the theatres,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Billy Zane portrays Marlon Brando in the upcoming film Waltzing With Brando on set in the late 1960s and early ’70s when Brando purchased the private atoll Tetiaroa in the South Pacific.
It was a time when Brando needed to keep working to fund the environmental projects that he and architect Bernard Judge were undertaking on the island.
“When they called him about the gangster movie, he did it to fund what they were trying to create on Tetiaroa,” said Zane, referring to what would become The Godfather directed by Frances Ford Coppola.
Waltzing With Brando, directed by Bill Fishman, re-creates moments from two of Brando’s landmark pictures: The Godfather and Last Tango In Paris.
Billy Zane re-creates a moment in ‘Waltzing with Brando’ featuring Brando in ‘The Godfather’
The film’s based on the memoir Judge penned called Waltzing with Brando: Planning a Paradise in Tahiti.
The...
It was a time when Brando needed to keep working to fund the environmental projects that he and architect Bernard Judge were undertaking on the island.
“When they called him about the gangster movie, he did it to fund what they were trying to create on Tetiaroa,” said Zane, referring to what would become The Godfather directed by Frances Ford Coppola.
Waltzing With Brando, directed by Bill Fishman, re-creates moments from two of Brando’s landmark pictures: The Godfather and Last Tango In Paris.
Billy Zane re-creates a moment in ‘Waltzing with Brando’ featuring Brando in ‘The Godfather’
The film’s based on the memoir Judge penned called Waltzing with Brando: Planning a Paradise in Tahiti.
The...
- 5/15/2024
- by Baz Bamigboye
- Deadline Film + TV
As much of a bummer as it is, Hollywood isn’t exactly about making art; it’s more about making money, with a few notable exceptions. It doesn’t matter how great an idea for a movie or its cast are — when a stakeholder decides you won’t hit the bank, they’ll send you home right away, cutting off the financing at any stage of the project.
Johnny Depp learned it the hard way in 1995, and he was pissed.
Divine Rapture Was Johnny Depp’s Dream Movie
In 1995, director Thom Eberhardt started shooting his next big thing: Divine Rapture. Set and filmed in rural Ireland, American investors didn’t understand this movie, so it had to be done on a small budget — but it had great ambitions and an amazing star-studded cast of Marlon Brando, Debra Winger, and, of course, Johnny Depp.
Divine Rapture followed a peculiar incident in an Irish village.
Johnny Depp learned it the hard way in 1995, and he was pissed.
Divine Rapture Was Johnny Depp’s Dream Movie
In 1995, director Thom Eberhardt started shooting his next big thing: Divine Rapture. Set and filmed in rural Ireland, American investors didn’t understand this movie, so it had to be done on a small budget — but it had great ambitions and an amazing star-studded cast of Marlon Brando, Debra Winger, and, of course, Johnny Depp.
Divine Rapture followed a peculiar incident in an Irish village.
- 5/14/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Matt Dillon is taking on the legacy of Marlon Brando for a biopic about the making of Bernardo Bertolucci’s controversial “Last Tango in Paris.”
Dillon portrays Brando alongside Anamaria Vartolomei as Maria Schneider for Jessica Palud’s upcoming “Maria,” which is set to debut at Cannes later this week in the Cannes Premiere section. “Maria” follows Schneider’s life after starring in “Last Tango in Paris” at age 19, during which she filmed an unsimulated rape scene with Brando in 1973 at director Bertolucci’s (Giuseppe Maggio) instruction. The film is based on Vanessa Schneider’s 2018 memoir “My Cousin Maria Schneider,” which was translated by Molly Ringwald.
Per the memoir, Bertolucci did not tell Schneider the full extent of the film’s plot until right before production. Schneider allegedly was unaware of the pivotal scene in which Brando’s character anally rapes her character using a stick of butter as lubricant.
Dillon portrays Brando alongside Anamaria Vartolomei as Maria Schneider for Jessica Palud’s upcoming “Maria,” which is set to debut at Cannes later this week in the Cannes Premiere section. “Maria” follows Schneider’s life after starring in “Last Tango in Paris” at age 19, during which she filmed an unsimulated rape scene with Brando in 1973 at director Bertolucci’s (Giuseppe Maggio) instruction. The film is based on Vanessa Schneider’s 2018 memoir “My Cousin Maria Schneider,” which was translated by Molly Ringwald.
Per the memoir, Bertolucci did not tell Schneider the full extent of the film’s plot until right before production. Schneider allegedly was unaware of the pivotal scene in which Brando’s character anally rapes her character using a stick of butter as lubricant.
- 5/13/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Studiocanal has unveiled an exclusive first-look still of Matt Dillon and Anamaria Vartolomei (“Happening”) starring as Marlon Brando and Maria Schneider in Jessica Palud’s movie “Maria,” which is slated to bow at the Cannes Film Festival.
Palud’s film sheds light on the tragic life of Maria Schneider, who starred opposite Marlon Brando in Bernardo Bertolucci’s “The Last Tango in Paris” at the age of 19 and never recovered from the shoot. The film depicts how Schneider was imposed an un-simulated rape scene on the set of “The Last Tango in Paris” by Bertolucci and Brando.
“Maria,” the only movie directed by a female filmmaker that’s set for Cannes Premiere, is based on “Tu t’appelais Maria Schneider,” a book written by Vanessa Schneider, the actress’ cousin. Haut et Court, the banner behind the Cesar-winning movie “The Night of the 12th,” will release “Maria” in French theaters on...
Palud’s film sheds light on the tragic life of Maria Schneider, who starred opposite Marlon Brando in Bernardo Bertolucci’s “The Last Tango in Paris” at the age of 19 and never recovered from the shoot. The film depicts how Schneider was imposed an un-simulated rape scene on the set of “The Last Tango in Paris” by Bertolucci and Brando.
“Maria,” the only movie directed by a female filmmaker that’s set for Cannes Premiere, is based on “Tu t’appelais Maria Schneider,” a book written by Vanessa Schneider, the actress’ cousin. Haut et Court, the banner behind the Cesar-winning movie “The Night of the 12th,” will release “Maria” in French theaters on...
- 5/10/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
10. On The Waterfront (1954)
A Marlon Brando classic, On the Waterfront follows a simple dockworker who, upon learning that he works for a criminal syndicate, decides to stand up to those corrupt and vile people — including his own elder brother. The reason? He might be in love with a syndicate victim’s sister.
On Rotten Tomatoes, On the Waterfront has 99 and 95% Critic and Audience Scores, respectively.
9. Chinatown (1974)
Starring Jack Nicholson at his prime, Chinatown is a noir story with a classic private investigator main character. Having been hired to expose an adulterer, he soon learns that his employer was an impostor, and gets entangled in a mess of lies and murder alongside them.
On Rotten Tomatoes, Chinatown has 98 and 93% Critic and Audience Scores, respectively.
8. Toy Story 2 (1999)
Didn’t expect to see this one on this list, did you? In Toy Story 2, we follow the gang on their path to...
A Marlon Brando classic, On the Waterfront follows a simple dockworker who, upon learning that he works for a criminal syndicate, decides to stand up to those corrupt and vile people — including his own elder brother. The reason? He might be in love with a syndicate victim’s sister.
On Rotten Tomatoes, On the Waterfront has 99 and 95% Critic and Audience Scores, respectively.
9. Chinatown (1974)
Starring Jack Nicholson at his prime, Chinatown is a noir story with a classic private investigator main character. Having been hired to expose an adulterer, he soon learns that his employer was an impostor, and gets entangled in a mess of lies and murder alongside them.
On Rotten Tomatoes, Chinatown has 98 and 93% Critic and Audience Scores, respectively.
8. Toy Story 2 (1999)
Didn’t expect to see this one on this list, did you? In Toy Story 2, we follow the gang on their path to...
- 5/9/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
General Hospital spoilers suggest Sasha Gilmore Corbin (Sofia Mattsson) and Cody Bell (Josh Kelly) are finally headed for some kind of romance. The fans can just sense these kinds of things. We’ve been waiting for what seems like forever for Sasha to finish grieving the loss of her late husband, Brando Corbin (Johnny Wactor), and her late son, Liam Mike Corbin.
It seems that the time for moving on is quickly approaching, and rumor has it she and Cody may hit it off in a whole new way on the night of Brook Lynn Quartermaine’s (Amanda Setton) wedding to Harrison Chase (Josh Swickard).
Will a late-night hook-up induced by hours of flowing drinks and an inflated romantic atmosphere leave Cody and Sasha with a much bigger problem on the horizon? Word on the street is they’ll jump from brand new lovebirds to brand new parents far more...
It seems that the time for moving on is quickly approaching, and rumor has it she and Cody may hit it off in a whole new way on the night of Brook Lynn Quartermaine’s (Amanda Setton) wedding to Harrison Chase (Josh Swickard).
Will a late-night hook-up induced by hours of flowing drinks and an inflated romantic atmosphere leave Cody and Sasha with a much bigger problem on the horizon? Word on the street is they’ll jump from brand new lovebirds to brand new parents far more...
- 5/8/2024
- by Dani Lasher
- Celebrating The Soaps
Legendary singer Frankie Valli received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame last Friday (May 3) and had his family by his side, well, except for his eldest son, Francesco. Valli, 90, was joined for the momentous occasion by his twin sons Emilio and Brando and his wife, Jackie. But Francesco, who earlier this week had a temporary restraining order against him made permanent for the next three years, was noticeably absent. “This is really a highlight of my life, especially having my sons here and my wife sitting right there,” Valli told the crowd during his Walk of Fame ceremony. According to People, Francesco’s brother Emilio filed the restraining order last month. After a hearing in Los Angeles on Monday, April 29, a judge signed off on the order of protection for Frankie and Emilio against Francesco, which will last until April 29, 2027. Brando Valli, Frankie Valli and Emilio Valli attend...
- 5/8/2024
- TV Insider
General Hospital spoilers for May Sweeps find Sasha Gilmore taking a big step forward with Cody Bell. And they may soon be the hot new couple in town on the ABC soap opera.
Sasha Gilmore & Cody Bell’s Slow Burn on General Hospital
For a while on Gh, Sasha Gilmore has been fond of Cody Bell. After all, he went to great lengths to get her out of Ferncliff Asylum and away from the evil Dr. Damon Montague. After that, they developed a friendship that eventually turned into an attraction.
Of course, Cody got there before Sasha did — he was smitten with her for quite some time. But once they started working together at Deception, Sasha developed feelings for him also. Of course, it was difficult for Sasha to accept.
Gh | ABC
She hasn’t been with anyone since losing her husband, Brando Corbin on General Hospital. Even though she...
Sasha Gilmore & Cody Bell’s Slow Burn on General Hospital
For a while on Gh, Sasha Gilmore has been fond of Cody Bell. After all, he went to great lengths to get her out of Ferncliff Asylum and away from the evil Dr. Damon Montague. After that, they developed a friendship that eventually turned into an attraction.
Of course, Cody got there before Sasha did — he was smitten with her for quite some time. But once they started working together at Deception, Sasha developed feelings for him also. Of course, it was difficult for Sasha to accept.
Gh | ABC
She hasn’t been with anyone since losing her husband, Brando Corbin on General Hospital. Even though she...
- 5/3/2024
- by Jeannie Daigneault
- Soap Dirt
Seldom have actors in the history of Tinseltown left as much of an enduring legacy as Marlon Brando. The late actor’s legacy can still be felt in the film industry, thanks to his iconic roles in flicks like The Godfather and A Streetcar Named Desire. But one of his most elusive and challenging roles was in Francis Coppola’s 1979 epic war movie, Apocalypse Now.
Did we mention that this was the role that paved the way for one of the most enduring villains in recent superhero cinema?
Marlon Brando in The Godfather (Image credit: Paramount Pictures)
Josh Brolin brought Thanos to life in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) in a way that had never been seen before in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And according to the actor himself, his inspiration came from Brando’s portrayal in Apocalypse Now.
After all, Brando pushed the envelope with his portrayal of rebellious military officer Colonel Kurtz.
Did we mention that this was the role that paved the way for one of the most enduring villains in recent superhero cinema?
Marlon Brando in The Godfather (Image credit: Paramount Pictures)
Josh Brolin brought Thanos to life in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) in a way that had never been seen before in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And according to the actor himself, his inspiration came from Brando’s portrayal in Apocalypse Now.
After all, Brando pushed the envelope with his portrayal of rebellious military officer Colonel Kurtz.
- 5/2/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
You know that feeling when you’re watching a scene, and it feels so natural that you wonder if the actors just went off-script? Well, guess what?
Sometimes they did, and those moments turned out to be pure gold! It’s like stumbling upon hidden treasure, and today, I’m taking you on a wild ride through 10 of the most incredible scenes that weren’t even planned but still made it to the final cut.
Get ready to be amazed, laugh out loud, and raise an eyebrow in surprise as we dive into the unscripted moments that add an extra sprinkle of magic to our favorite films and series.
Grab your popcorn – this is going to be a blast!
1. ‘The Dark Knight’ – Joker Clapping
Heath Ledger‘s portrayal of the Joker left an indelible mark on cinema history.
One of the film’s most chilling and iconic moments wasn’t scripted at all.
Sometimes they did, and those moments turned out to be pure gold! It’s like stumbling upon hidden treasure, and today, I’m taking you on a wild ride through 10 of the most incredible scenes that weren’t even planned but still made it to the final cut.
Get ready to be amazed, laugh out loud, and raise an eyebrow in surprise as we dive into the unscripted moments that add an extra sprinkle of magic to our favorite films and series.
Grab your popcorn – this is going to be a blast!
1. ‘The Dark Knight’ – Joker Clapping
Heath Ledger‘s portrayal of the Joker left an indelible mark on cinema history.
One of the film’s most chilling and iconic moments wasn’t scripted at all.
- 5/1/2024
- by Pia Vermaak
- buddytv.com
Christoph Waltz is calling out the “posthumous sanctification” of late legendary actor Marlon Brando.
According to Waltz, the revelry around Brando’s legacy is “annoying,” to not mince words.
“Now it’s Brando’s 100th birthday. I read two articles and I found them both really annoying, and this posthumous sanctification […] to make him […] a mythology,” Waltz told Interview magazine while in conversation with Caleb Landry Jones. “And it’s ridiculous, because he was a ham.”
Waltz added of Brando, “In the beginning he was fantastic. No one had ever seen anything like it.”
However, Waltz also called Brando’s performance in “The Missouri Breaks” “difficult to watch.” He added that Brando’s reputation of being “difficult” on sets, or accusations of inappropriate conduct on the set of “The Last Tango in Paris,” did not affect his perspective on Brando’s acting ability.
“I don’t care about that one bit,...
According to Waltz, the revelry around Brando’s legacy is “annoying,” to not mince words.
“Now it’s Brando’s 100th birthday. I read two articles and I found them both really annoying, and this posthumous sanctification […] to make him […] a mythology,” Waltz told Interview magazine while in conversation with Caleb Landry Jones. “And it’s ridiculous, because he was a ham.”
Waltz added of Brando, “In the beginning he was fantastic. No one had ever seen anything like it.”
However, Waltz also called Brando’s performance in “The Missouri Breaks” “difficult to watch.” He added that Brando’s reputation of being “difficult” on sets, or accusations of inappropriate conduct on the set of “The Last Tango in Paris,” did not affect his perspective on Brando’s acting ability.
“I don’t care about that one bit,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
When Johnny Depp praised and thanked his Jeanne du Barry director for giving him a chance when nearly no other filmmaker would, it showed genuine appreciation. But then director Maïwenn seemed to betray her star, giving an interview in The Independent that painted Depp as “scary” on the set and Maïwenn as disloyal. Now, Maïwenn is trying to right the wrongs ahead of the film’s North American release next week.
Speaking with Variety, Maïwenn said that her quotes about Johnny Depp had been misrepresented. “When I made a remark about Johnny being ‘scary,’ I was talking about his charisma, his notoriety, his star status, etc… was shocked when I discovered that the newspaper had headlined that ‘The crew were afraid of [Johnny Depp]’ because written like that, and without its context and subtleties, it absolutely no longer means the same thing. The journalist did not want to grasp the subtlety of my words....
Speaking with Variety, Maïwenn said that her quotes about Johnny Depp had been misrepresented. “When I made a remark about Johnny being ‘scary,’ I was talking about his charisma, his notoriety, his star status, etc… was shocked when I discovered that the newspaper had headlined that ‘The crew were afraid of [Johnny Depp]’ because written like that, and without its context and subtleties, it absolutely no longer means the same thing. The journalist did not want to grasp the subtlety of my words....
- 4/26/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
by Chad Kennerk
K.J. Relth-Miller, Director of Film Programs.
All images courtesy the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
The Academy’s annual ceremony is just one aspect of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ overall examination and recognition of film. The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is the largest museum in the United States devoted to the art, science, and artists behind the magic of the movies. Through exhibitions, curated film series and extensive programming, the Academy Museum celebrates and captures the stories behind the art of moviemaking. The museum’s David Geffen and Ted Mann theatres present a year-round robust calendar of screenings, film series, member programs, panel discussions, and more. Through retrospectives and thematic film series, the artistic and cultural contributions of those in front of and behind the camera are illuminated and explored.
One of the great actors of the 20th century, Marlon Brando studied...
K.J. Relth-Miller, Director of Film Programs.
All images courtesy the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
The Academy’s annual ceremony is just one aspect of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ overall examination and recognition of film. The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is the largest museum in the United States devoted to the art, science, and artists behind the magic of the movies. Through exhibitions, curated film series and extensive programming, the Academy Museum celebrates and captures the stories behind the art of moviemaking. The museum’s David Geffen and Ted Mann theatres present a year-round robust calendar of screenings, film series, member programs, panel discussions, and more. Through retrospectives and thematic film series, the artistic and cultural contributions of those in front of and behind the camera are illuminated and explored.
One of the great actors of the 20th century, Marlon Brando studied...
- 4/26/2024
- by Chad Kennerk
- Film Review Daily
Maïwenn is holding court when it comes to the viral coverage of working with Johnny Depp on “Jeanne du Barry.”
Maïwenn recently told The Independent that it was “difficult” to work with Depp because the crew was “scared” and “afraid” of the actor in part due to his “different kind of humor and we didn’t know if he was going to be on time, or if he was going to be Ok to say his lines.”
“Jeanne du Barry” marks Depp’s return to the big screen following his highly-publicized court case against ex-wife Amber Heard. However, Depp has shrugged off the label of “Jeanne du Barry” as his comeback film.
Now, actress/director Maïwenn is calling out The Independent for manufacturing “controversy” about her comments regarding Depp, saying that the outlet took her statement to have a “malicious” tone and out of context.
“When I made a remark about Johnny being ‘scary,...
Maïwenn recently told The Independent that it was “difficult” to work with Depp because the crew was “scared” and “afraid” of the actor in part due to his “different kind of humor and we didn’t know if he was going to be on time, or if he was going to be Ok to say his lines.”
“Jeanne du Barry” marks Depp’s return to the big screen following his highly-publicized court case against ex-wife Amber Heard. However, Depp has shrugged off the label of “Jeanne du Barry” as his comeback film.
Now, actress/director Maïwenn is calling out The Independent for manufacturing “controversy” about her comments regarding Depp, saying that the outlet took her statement to have a “malicious” tone and out of context.
“When I made a remark about Johnny being ‘scary,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
“Jeanne du Barry” director Maïwenn is speaking out against The Independent after her interview with the publication, which posted online earlier this month, was headlined with a quote in which the filmmaker said her crew was “scared” of star Johnny Depp.
“I have to be honest. It’s difficult to shoot with him… all the crew were scared because he has a different kind of humor and we didn’t know if he was going to be on time, or if he was going to be ok to say his lines,” Maïwenn said during The Independent interview. “I mean, even if he was there on set, on time, the crew were afraid of him.”
Maïwenn clarified the comment in a statement to Variety, saying that she was referring to Depp’s “charisma” and “star status” when discussing why he was “scary.” Nothing about Depp’s behavior on set made anyone afraid of him,...
“I have to be honest. It’s difficult to shoot with him… all the crew were scared because he has a different kind of humor and we didn’t know if he was going to be on time, or if he was going to be ok to say his lines,” Maïwenn said during The Independent interview. “I mean, even if he was there on set, on time, the crew were afraid of him.”
Maïwenn clarified the comment in a statement to Variety, saying that she was referring to Depp’s “charisma” and “star status” when discussing why he was “scary.” Nothing about Depp’s behavior on set made anyone afraid of him,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
There are some actors who command the screen with their electric presence. Christoph Waltz is one of them. If the chilling Hans Landa from Inglorious Basterds still gives viewers sleepless nights, the credit goes to Waltz for his stunning performance that deservedly won him the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
Christoph Waltz In Django Unchained
Following roles in Django Unchained, Water For Elephants and other marquee projects, the Austrian-German celebrity cemented his place as one of the most versatile and charismatic character actors in the industry. Expectedly, Waltz had some inspiring role models including the great Marlon Brando. But the actor also realized that even a veteran like Brando isn’t timeless after all.
Why Marlon Brando Didn’t Stand The Test Of Time For Christoph Waltz
Any actor big or small, has always been inspired by someone who has been a role model for them to dream big and achieve stardom in the industry.
Christoph Waltz In Django Unchained
Following roles in Django Unchained, Water For Elephants and other marquee projects, the Austrian-German celebrity cemented his place as one of the most versatile and charismatic character actors in the industry. Expectedly, Waltz had some inspiring role models including the great Marlon Brando. But the actor also realized that even a veteran like Brando isn’t timeless after all.
Why Marlon Brando Didn’t Stand The Test Of Time For Christoph Waltz
Any actor big or small, has always been inspired by someone who has been a role model for them to dream big and achieve stardom in the industry.
- 4/25/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Legendary actor James Caan shared the screen with Marlon Brando in Francis Ford Coppola’s 1972 classic The Godfather. Playing the role of hot-headed, hungry Italian Sonny Corleone, Caan cemented his reputation in the industry after demonstrating his skill as an actor.
James Caan and Marlon Brando in The Godfather
Thereafter, during the 50th anniversary of The Godfather, James Caan relived the moments from the set of the film that launched his career. Speaking with A.V. Club, Caan revealed a fascinating behind-the-scenes story about his experience working with the iconic Marlon Brando, and an incident that left him scared of getting in hot water with his co-star.
James Caan Recalls His Favorite Scene with Marlon Brando
Sitting for an interview with A.V. Club, during the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola‘s The Godfather, James Caan, who played the role of Sonny Corleone, oldest son to Marlon Brando’s Don Vito Corleone,...
James Caan and Marlon Brando in The Godfather
Thereafter, during the 50th anniversary of The Godfather, James Caan relived the moments from the set of the film that launched his career. Speaking with A.V. Club, Caan revealed a fascinating behind-the-scenes story about his experience working with the iconic Marlon Brando, and an incident that left him scared of getting in hot water with his co-star.
James Caan Recalls His Favorite Scene with Marlon Brando
Sitting for an interview with A.V. Club, during the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola‘s The Godfather, James Caan, who played the role of Sonny Corleone, oldest son to Marlon Brando’s Don Vito Corleone,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
After announcing a whopping number of English-language films in competition, Cannes Film Festival has added some international titles: Michel Hazanavicius’ animated feature “The Most Precious of Cargoes” and Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof’s “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” Variety has learned.
An auteur-driven allegorical feature, “The Most Precious of Cargoes” (first-look still below) is adapted from Jean-Claude Grumberg’s bestselling novel of the same name, set during World War II against the backdrop of the Holocaust. It will be the first animated feature to compete in more than a decade, since Ari Folman’s “Waltz With Bashir” in 2008.
The film is co-produced and represented internationally by Studiocanal, which also has Gilles Lellouche’s “Beating Hearts” in competition. “The Most Precious of Cargoes” is a passion project for Hazanavicius, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind “The Artist,” who has been developing the project for years. Hazanavicius penned the script with Grumberg and created the drawings,...
An auteur-driven allegorical feature, “The Most Precious of Cargoes” (first-look still below) is adapted from Jean-Claude Grumberg’s bestselling novel of the same name, set during World War II against the backdrop of the Holocaust. It will be the first animated feature to compete in more than a decade, since Ari Folman’s “Waltz With Bashir” in 2008.
The film is co-produced and represented internationally by Studiocanal, which also has Gilles Lellouche’s “Beating Hearts” in competition. “The Most Precious of Cargoes” is a passion project for Hazanavicius, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind “The Artist,” who has been developing the project for years. Hazanavicius penned the script with Grumberg and created the drawings,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
In Tennessee Williams' play "A Streetcar Named Desire," Blanche DuBois desperately clings to certain beliefs. She is keenly intent on reinforcing the societal values and morals inherent in her aristocratic lineage, shunning realism for the magic of a nostalgic past that hides something darker, and repressing her guilt with the help of self-soothing mechanisms. When faced with the terrible nature of reality, which culminates in the character of her brother-in-law Stanley, Blanche is forced to reckon with the cycles of the violence that mark her existence, along with the precious fantasies woven to protect herself from true growth or healing. When she smashes a mirror, the delusions also shatter, with fantasy having no hold on her perception of reality anymore.
The mirror-smashing scene is seminal to understanding Blanche in Williams' play, and "On the Waterfront" director Elia Kazan's film adaptation of the story also dramatizes this to chilling effect,...
The mirror-smashing scene is seminal to understanding Blanche in Williams' play, and "On the Waterfront" director Elia Kazan's film adaptation of the story also dramatizes this to chilling effect,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
To celebrate "The Godfather" turning 50 in 2022, The Hollywood Reporter sat down with actors James Caan, Robert Duvall, Talia Shire, and John Martino, who reflected on the creation and enduring legacy of director Francis Ford Coppola's cinematic masterpiece. Shire expressed her admiration for Marlon Brando's "breathtaking" transformation into the formidable Don Corleone.
"When he came to the set the first time, he was this handsome male," she recalled, but he utilized various makeup and acting techniques to transform himself into a weathered and wise mafioso, making him almost unrecognizable. The use of dental prosthetics gave Brando protruding jowls that made him resemble a bulldog, somehow lending Don Corleone a more dignified power.
Shire said that Brando also employed another unique performance method called "active listening" during filming. "It's not always when you say your lines that you pay attention; it is the listening to all the others around you.
"When he came to the set the first time, he was this handsome male," she recalled, but he utilized various makeup and acting techniques to transform himself into a weathered and wise mafioso, making him almost unrecognizable. The use of dental prosthetics gave Brando protruding jowls that made him resemble a bulldog, somehow lending Don Corleone a more dignified power.
Shire said that Brando also employed another unique performance method called "active listening" during filming. "It's not always when you say your lines that you pay attention; it is the listening to all the others around you.
- 4/20/2024
- by Caroline Madden
- Slash Film
Fans have been eagerly anticipating Henry Cavill taking on the role of MI6 agent James Bond. The iconic role left vacant since Daniel Craig’s departure after the 2021 film No Time to Die, has sparked speculation about Cavill’s potential involvement. Recent reports have suggested that the Bullet Train actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson is in talks for the role.
Henry Cavill in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
It has also been claimed that Cavill might not get the role, as the makers are seeking younger actors who could potentially embody the character long enough. When asked for updates on the Bond casting, Cavill expressed uncertainty about his suitability for the role, acknowledging concerns about his age.
Age Concerns Prompt Henry Cavill’s Doubt Over James Bond Casting
Henry Cavill is set to embody a character based on a real-life figure Gus March-Phillipps, who is believed to have heavily influenced Ian Fleming in creating James Bond,...
Henry Cavill in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
It has also been claimed that Cavill might not get the role, as the makers are seeking younger actors who could potentially embody the character long enough. When asked for updates on the Bond casting, Cavill expressed uncertainty about his suitability for the role, acknowledging concerns about his age.
Age Concerns Prompt Henry Cavill’s Doubt Over James Bond Casting
Henry Cavill is set to embody a character based on a real-life figure Gus March-Phillipps, who is believed to have heavily influenced Ian Fleming in creating James Bond,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Singer Frankie Valli‘s son, Emilio, has been granted a temporary restraining order against his brother, Francesco. In recent months, Emilio claims that Francesco has repeatedly threatened to harm him and their famous father.
The request for the restraining order was filed on April 8 by Emilio, 29, in Los Angeles. In the filing, Emilio stated that Francesco, 36, attempted to break into their father’s property on April 5. During the incident, while waiting for law enforcement to arrive, Francesco allegedly made multiple physical threats to harm or even kill both Frankie and Emilio. Emilio asserted that this behavior is part of a pattern that has persisted for several months.
Emilio indicated in the filing that the family believes Francesco is struggling with addiction to opiates. While Frankie has been providing financial support to his son, Emilio claims that the support is now conditional on Francesco agreeing to enter a residential drug treatment program.
The request for the restraining order was filed on April 8 by Emilio, 29, in Los Angeles. In the filing, Emilio stated that Francesco, 36, attempted to break into their father’s property on April 5. During the incident, while waiting for law enforcement to arrive, Francesco allegedly made multiple physical threats to harm or even kill both Frankie and Emilio. Emilio asserted that this behavior is part of a pattern that has persisted for several months.
Emilio indicated in the filing that the family believes Francesco is struggling with addiction to opiates. While Frankie has been providing financial support to his son, Emilio claims that the support is now conditional on Francesco agreeing to enter a residential drug treatment program.
- 4/12/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
General Hospital spoilers and updates tease Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) and Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) will have a very tense meeting. Sonny’s angry and confused-since when is Jason into hostile takeovers?
General Hospital – Jason Morgan Is Taking Over Corinthos Coffee
Sonny owns several businesses, but Corinthos Coffee has been the main one, started by him and Jason-Sonny owned sixty percent, Jason owned forty, and Jason once owned a motorcycle repair garage.
When Brando Corbin (Johnny Wactor) came to town Jason and Sonny let Brando have the motorcycle shop which he turned into a car repair garage.
After Brando’s death, his mother Gladys Corbin (Bonnie Burroughs) gambled it away and gave it to Selina Wu (Lydia Look) to pay her gambling debt while Jason’s been presumed dead.
Sonny drove Gladys out of town, settling her debt with Wu and helped save Brando’s widow Sasha Gilmore (Sofia Mattsson) from a dirty doctor.
General Hospital – Jason Morgan Is Taking Over Corinthos Coffee
Sonny owns several businesses, but Corinthos Coffee has been the main one, started by him and Jason-Sonny owned sixty percent, Jason owned forty, and Jason once owned a motorcycle repair garage.
When Brando Corbin (Johnny Wactor) came to town Jason and Sonny let Brando have the motorcycle shop which he turned into a car repair garage.
After Brando’s death, his mother Gladys Corbin (Bonnie Burroughs) gambled it away and gave it to Selina Wu (Lydia Look) to pay her gambling debt while Jason’s been presumed dead.
Sonny drove Gladys out of town, settling her debt with Wu and helped save Brando’s widow Sasha Gilmore (Sofia Mattsson) from a dirty doctor.
- 4/9/2024
- by Rita Ryan
- Celebrating The Soaps
Well, who doesn’t know Marlon Brando? He was widely considered one of the most influential actors of all time. Surprisingly, his influence extended to the unexpected world: American wrestling, notably for Roman Reigns. The 38-year-old is the WWE’s best superstar.
Marlon Brando as Vito Corleone in The Godfather (1972)
The former footballer marked a remarkable turning point after his heel turned, capturing every fan’s fantasy in terms of booking expectations. However, it’s interesting to explore how Reigns’ heel turn changed everything.
Roman Reigns Heel Turn Solidified His Status As WWE’s Premier Talent
The world of wrestling is mostly all about the heroes and villains, it plays an important role in sparking the excitement of fans. The opponents are very crucial to helping elevate the narratives, matches, and characters.
Suggested“The Rock has already gotten in his head”: Roman Reigns Might Have Made a Grave Mistake...
Marlon Brando as Vito Corleone in The Godfather (1972)
The former footballer marked a remarkable turning point after his heel turned, capturing every fan’s fantasy in terms of booking expectations. However, it’s interesting to explore how Reigns’ heel turn changed everything.
Roman Reigns Heel Turn Solidified His Status As WWE’s Premier Talent
The world of wrestling is mostly all about the heroes and villains, it plays an important role in sparking the excitement of fans. The opponents are very crucial to helping elevate the narratives, matches, and characters.
Suggested“The Rock has already gotten in his head”: Roman Reigns Might Have Made a Grave Mistake...
- 3/20/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
The films of Francis Ford Coppola, at their core, are all about family. That theme goes for behind the camera as well as in front of it; according to interviews with Coppola on the Blu-Ray and 4K Ultra HD special features of the "Godfather" films, the director wished for the actors portraying the Corleone crime family to feel as much like a real family as possible before cameras began rolling. So, prior to making "The Godfather," Coppola arranged for the primary family members — Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, John Cazale and Talia Shire — to meet at an Italian restaurant in New York City, have dinner together and improvise as their characters the entire time.
With all that preparation, and the fact that the filmmakers were adapting Mario Puzo's 400-page novel into what became a three-hour movie whose narrative spans the length of a decade on screen,...
With all that preparation, and the fact that the filmmakers were adapting Mario Puzo's 400-page novel into what became a three-hour movie whose narrative spans the length of a decade on screen,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Bill Bria
- Slash Film
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