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Originally posted by Tyrone_Slothrop
But it seems like he's too pleased with himself, and that he does the same dreck over and over again. He kinda reminds me of a federal judge, in that he makes so much money that it seems like his personality has been spoiled by it.
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I don't think he's all that pleased with himself. He made it big by having a pliable face and an over-the-top personality (following Jerry Lewis' footsteps, I guess). There really was no one like him when he hit Hollywood.
I think the comment you just made is the reason why he tried to do different things. These types of comments and the fact that I think Hollywood went to his head and he wanted to be taken seriously are behind our having to shun movies like The Majestic. The question is why the need for the fundamnetal change? Is it because he's now around serious actors at the parties and awards shows that make him feel like he's less talented because he doesn't do drama? I've never understood this. Not everyone can be Tom Hanks. Why is being able to make people cry such a rewarded and highly regarded ability, while making people laugh is not? Are you any less of an actor because you have the ability to act silly? I think everyone in Hollywood takes themselves too seriously, though. Shit, why should I kiss your ass because you're good at dressing up and playing pretend? But, I digress.
I'm actually glad he's going back to what people want from him. He should act the fool. They're paying him $20 mil a flick for it. He shouldn't care that he never gets nominated.
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