Hugh Jackman and the Art of Acting

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Obsessed with the dialog line delivery and sound and roughness Hugh has in this scene

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Brandon
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Best Supporting Actor- Hugh Jackman #Oscars #Academy



JoAB
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Hugh Jackman plays Wolverine, the"anchor being"of their timeline. No way Deadpool could save his timeline without Wolverine. Towards the end, they play equal heroic roles in defeating CNova.
HJ plays a co-lead, not a support role!
His acting deserves a nomination, even a win for Best Actor



JoAB
@joab46466753

Hugh Jackman is a rare actor w/ a remarkable range- both film & stage?
In movies : Drama(Prisoners/Prestige/Fountain/TheSon, even Logan&LesMis are dramas)/ action-Logan/musicals(LesMis/GShowman)/ darkcomedy(BadEducation)/romcom(K&Leopold). Oscar nod for LesMis/Tony win for BoyfrmOz.

[jo]

Gold Derby
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'Deadpool and Wolverine' could bring Hugh Jackman back to the Oscars goldderby.com/article/2024/hugh-jackman-deadpool-and-wolverine-oscars/


JoAB
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Hugh Jackman is the co-lead. He should be nominated in the Best Actor category. Many social media posts lauding the car scene where he tells off Deadpool - many acclaiming HJ's ability to fire off with such pain & disgust in his monolog. Drama & action, both very capably acted by HJ!

[jo]

Here's the Gold Derby article --

No kidding: ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ could bring Hugh Jackman back to the Oscars

Jacob Sarkisian
Film August 2, 2024 5:00AM
Deadpool and WolverineJay Maidment/Courtesy of 20th Century Studios and MARVEL

Hugh Jackman returned to his storied role as Logan AKA Wolverine for Deadpool’s debut in the MCU, the massive hit “Deadpool and Wolverine.”

Jackman’s Wolverine and Ryan Reynolds‘ Deadpool has been a team-up fans have anticipated for well over a year now since the project was announced. And, it’s safe to say, the end result has not disappointed. “Deadpool and Wolverine” is a wildly fun ride with mind-blowing cameos (no spoilers here), a healthy dose of the wonderful Matthew Macfadyen, and a killer soundtrack. But the draw is obviously Deadpool and Wolvy on screen together. Reynolds delivers the laugh-out comedy with his off-kilter Deadpool-isms while Jackman plays Wolverine pretty straight-faced, gruffing and growling his way through a redemption arc that actually packs a punch full of emotion.

As a result, Reynolds and Jackman are a match made in heaven while Jackman is the heart and soul of the movie. Now, bear with us, but… could this mean a potential Oscar nomination for Jackman?

We know this sounds outlandish and unlikely but let’s seriously consider this for a moment. Jackman delivers a committed performance, embodying the character we know and love him as but also offering something different. This is a downtrodden Wolverine who failed his friends and hates himself for it. He’s on the hunt for redemption in the film and Jackman pitches it perfectly, making him an easy character to root for and like. Fans, no doubt, would nominate Jackman for Best Supporting Actor.

Redemption arcs tend to do pretty well in this category, too. Sam Rockwell won here in 2018 for “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.” He played an outright villain in that movie but his character ended up on a great redemption arc. Christian Bale‘s character in “The Fighter,” the film he won his Oscar for in 2011, is searching for redemption for his troubled past throughout the entire movie.

We are aware that outlandish, wildly comedic movies like “Deadpool and Wolverine” rarely do well at the Oscars. Voters have been broadening their tastes of late, however, with “Barbie” reaping eight Oscar nominations in total including a Best Supporting Actor citation for Ryan Gosling. No one would have ever thought an actor would be Oscar-nominated for playing Ken the doll, but that happened. Is it such a stretch to nominate an actor for playing Wolverine, then?

Voters don’t hugely likely superhero movies as we know but, again, that is changing. “Joker” was nominated for 11 Oscars and won Best Actor for Joaquin Phoenix. That was a huge breakthrough for superhero movies. Meanwhile, the MCU recently snagged its first-ever acting nomination when Angela Bassett did the thing and was recognized for Best Supporting Actress in 2023 for “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” That was a big barrier the MCU managed to get past. Perhaps they are know much more open to these kinds of performances. Before that, Heath Ledger won Best Supporting Actor for “The Dark Knight.” This could be the right category for Jackman to excel in, particularly as it wouldn’t be a nomination just for his performance. It would also be for his legacy.

Jackman has played Wolverine, one of the most iconic characters in movies, in 10 different movies now. That is the longest time anyone has played a comic book character. He is quite literally making history with this role, which he debuted in 2000 with “X-Men.” Since then, he has appeared as Wolverine in nine other projects — admittedly all to varying degrees of success. “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” was panned but “X-Men: Days of Future Past” was lauded while “Logan” was critically acclaimed, particularly for his performance. He could have earned a Best Actor bid for that turn but perhaps that was too much for voters. A Best Supporting Actor nomination could be easier to hand out. If they did, they wouldn’t just be recognizing a great performance, they’d be acknowledging a beloved actor in an iconic, history-making role.

I don't agree that putting his performance in a lower category to give him better chances of winning is right!

As one fan said -- Hugh Jackman's Wolverine is " the heart and soul of the movie!".

Jo

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There is a recent review from Polygon.com of Deadpool & Wolverine which praises exceedingly well his portrayal of Wolverine in the latest movie Deadpool & Wolverine.


Quoting the relevant part --

But for all the ways Deadpool & Wolverine strips its main character of the emotions he once had, director Shawn Levy and the writers (Reynolds among them) aren’t completely allergic to feelings. They just assign them all to Wolverine instead. And Hugh Jackman absolutely makes the most of that responsibility.

Jackman is 24 years into playing Logan at this point, and he’s done just about everything the live-action version of the character could. He’s been in silly time-travel movies, survived at least three different attempted universe reboots, led a superhero Western, and passed the baton on to the next generation of heroes — or at least tried to. And through every variation of the X-Men universe, and every false start, Jackman has remained solid as a rock, consistently delivering the best superhero performance in any universe. His MCU debut is no exception.



Logan (Hugh Jackman) leads Laura (Dafne Keen) by the hand.
Photo: Ben Rothstein/Fox

Deadpool & Wolverine brings Jackman into a slightly different version of the character than he’s ever gotten to play before: a Wolverine relieved of the pressures of heroism by his own failure. Everyone he loves and cares about is dead, and he wasn’t there to fight for them, so all that’s left is despair. It’s a bleak vision of the superhero genre’s most stabilizing force, and Levy and company are willing to milk it for all the drama it’s worth. Thanks to Jackman, that decision is one of Deadpool & Wolverine’s saving graces.

Jackman is a born showman, and he’s tremendous at translating extra-big emotions into extra-big monologues. The movie repeatedly lets the Tony-winner and Oscar nominee loose to fill the movie’s emotional void with tales of his sadness and loss. It’s clear showboating, and a complete tonal shift from the rest of the script. But with Jackman selling, it’s hard not to buy, no matter how clearly and blatantly the writing is manipulating the audience.



When Jackman’s failure-Wolverine sits down on a log for a discussion with his criminally underutilized Logan story partner X-23 (Dafne Keen), he brings the whole movie to a stop, with a performance that’s so sincere, it temporarily feels like it’s breaking the movie’s rules. The scene is just a pale imitation of what makes Logan great, but it’s still remarkable — a sudden burst of emotion in what’s otherwise just been a hollow exercise in IP mocking itself for cool points.

wolverine and x-23 in logan
Image: 20th Century Fox

That’s the power of Jackman’s Wolverine, though: a selling-it-to-the-cheap-seats performance that sings on screen and makes audiences believe this musclebound killing machine feels every second of his own semi-immortality like a fatal knife wound. He’s cruel and kind and heartbreaking in the same breath, and even his silliest lines feel worked into the fabric of the performance rather than like out-of-character additions.

It’s the same pathos and pain Jackman has brought to the character for 24 years, and the very reason he survives every iteration of the live-action X-Men. It’s simply impossible at this point to imagine taking Wolverine’s live-action character out of Jackman’s very capable hands. And for all Deadpool & Wolverine’s faults, at least it gives Jackman a fitting encore and victory lap after the character’s perfect curtain call in Logan.

Deadpool & Wolverine.

I am begining to think that there is a serious campaign to get Hugh an Oscar nomination. The last week on social media are full of praise for HJ's car scene ( and log scene) in the movie. many saying that he deserives an Oscar recognition. Whether that is a serious effort, we will have to wait how things will develop.

But why are they batting for a Supporting Actor nod? He is a main character, as much as Deadpool is - he is the "anchor being" which will be the second savior of the dying universe.

Even the film title recognizes that it is a joint and equal effort.

They say it will be easier to get and to win -- but it is almost a disservice to the Wolverine role & character that Hugh Jackman has successfully portrayed and artistically hailed in the 10 movies the character has been featured.

To me, even that cameo in APOCALYPSE, which Bryan Singer put together (after the way Hugh was treated - leadership role transferred to Mystique/JenniferLawerence) --


In a few minutes time - we see him feral as he escapes from his prison, confronts and physically slays all the guards, had a few moments trying to recall his connection with Jean ( now a young version)...very telling few moments of faint recognition... then flight to the outside.

Beautifully and impressively acted by Hugh Jackman!


Even that cameo in First Class was so indelible that it stole the whole movie. The bored and indifferent facial expression uttering typical Wolverine language delivered such a telling message of denial to Prof X & Magneto.

Hugh is such a strong actor - -who uses his face, eyes, even eyebrow, smile or smirk, shoulder shrug, body language and most importantly the right tone of voice ... to come across with his meaning - whether movies or stage. I think early on, in Steady Rain, I felt so appreciative to witness that beyond the good looks lies an excellent actor!

Jo

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Many people think that all Hugh Jackman does on Broadway are MUSICALS --

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Post Broadway Hugh Jackman is a different breed man

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you could hear a pin drop in theater after this

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JoAB
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HughJackman is also an excellent actor in dramatic theatre onB'way. Saw him in a powerful&gripping police drama,co-starring DCraig.HJ played an alpha male rogue cop into whose life tragic events happened (ASteadyRain). Just the 2 actors in alternating monologs & rare dialogs.





JoAB
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Hugh Jackman also led an enigmatic Jez Butterworth play called The River where he was seeking an ideal. Delivered what sounded like an ode - seemed like a classical theatre delivery - very impressive!






JoAB
@joab46466753

Staged at CircleInTheSquare (B'way's smallest theatre). Audiences were grouped around the thrust stage protruding to the center. With this, esp for those seated within inches of the stage("riverbank" seats), one can see the 3 actors' facial expressions &body language very clearly.

[jo]

Many people would think that versatility lies in being excellent in maybe 2 genres...

but Hugh Jackman has shown a richer and more layered performing excellence.

aj 🆓🍉🇵🇸
@theajdroger
I love seeing Hugh Jackman buff as hell rolling around too but pls remember that man was made to sing and dance!!!



JoAB
@joab46466753

Hugh Jackman is excellent in action movies and musicals...but his exceptional performing skills are best seen in dramatic acting. The Fountain/Prisoners/Prestige/TheSon & even LesMis & Logan are rich in dramatic excellence! Both on film & in the theatre!

Plus he can also be good in dark comedy ( Bad Education) and romcom (Kate & Leopold). Of course there is also his theatre career choices.


Jo

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From Slashfilm.com --

MOVIES SUPERHERO MOVIES
Deadpool & Wolverine Snuck In A Subtle Easter Egg Honoring Hugh Jackman's Only Oscar Nod
Static Media
BY JOE ROBERTSAUG. 8, 2024 9:00 AM EST


Hugh Jackman's best film, according to Rotten Tomatoes, is 2019's "Bad Education." Hugh Jackman's best film, according to Marvel fans, is 2017's "Logan." And Hugh Jackman's best film, according to me, is 2013's "Prisoners." But the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has a different opinion, as the prestigious organization has only ever paid attention to Jackman's 2012 turn in "Les Misérables."


Yes, the beloved Aussie scored an Oscar nomination for Best Actor at the 2013 Academy Awards, but lost out to Daniel Day-Lewis for his portrayal of the titular President in "Lincoln." Not that there's any shame in losing to Day-Lewis, but it's got to be a slight sore point for Jackman as it was the one and only time he earned an Academy Award nom, despite being one of the most versatile actors working in the industry.

Now, Jackman has once again reminded us of his talents with "Deadpool & Wolverine," a film which won't win any Oscars but is currently in the process of absolutely obliterating the box office. In a movie that is one huge meta joke/cameo reel, Jackman plays the straight man to Ryan Reynolds' Merc with a Mouth, and often manages to wring some believable emotion out of a narrative that barely hangs together amid the constant self-referential humor and fan service. It's fitting, then, that "Deadpool & Wolverine" includes a subtle nod to Jackman's acting prowess — one which nobody except Ryan Reynolds and director Shawn Levy would have known about if they hadn't just pointed it out.


Jackman's Les Misérables performance is one of his best
Universal Pictures

In Tom Hooper's 2012 adaptation of "Les Misérables," Hugh Jackman played Jean Valjean, the French prisoner who's released from Toulon prison only to break his parole and go on the run. Hunted by Russell Crowe's Inspector Javert, Valjean reinvents himself before encountering a woman named Fantine (Anne Hathaway), whom he helps by raising her daughter Cosette (Isabelle Allen/Amanda Seyfried). But Javert's relentless pursuit of his former prisoner stretches across decades and the rest of the epic tale unfolds amid the tumult of the Paris uprising of 1832.

The most famous interpretation of Victor Hugo's remarkably enduring 1862 tale was the 1980 stage musical, but Hooper's 2012 effort managed to do well enough to gain eight Oscar nominations and win in three categories, which included a Best Supporting Actress win for Hathaway. Alas, for his work in the sweeping musical, Jackman was not awarded the Best Actor Oscar — though he did win the Golden Globe. Still, "Les Mis" remains one of Jackman's best films and it seems Ryan Reynolds and "Deadpool & Wolverine" director Shawn Levy were eager to honor it as such in their comic book blockbuster.



Ryan Reynolds' subtle Les Misérables tribute
Marvel Studios/Disney

"Deadpool & Wolverine" is so packed full of Easter eggs, callbacks, cameos, and references that there's little time for much else in the film. Most of it pertains to the 20th Century Fox Marvel movies, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and comic book stuff in general. But the film also contains a surprising amount of non-Marvel, non-comic book references, including a nod to holiday classic "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" and a "Star Trek" joke. But the "Les Mis" reference has got to be one of the most subtle allusions in the whole thing.

You might expect Ryan Reynolds, in full irreverent Deadpool mode, to poke some fun at Hugh Jackman's brush with Oscar greatness. While the Canadian star does spend most of the film tearing the Marvel Cinematic Universe a new one and undercutting any drama with his usual crass humor, he actually paid modest tribute to his co-star.

Speaking to Collider, Reynolds explained that, during the opening fight scene where he dispatches an entire team of Time Variance Authority goons using the decayed remains of Logan from James Mangold's 2017 movie, there's a hidden detail etched into the skull of the former Wolverine:

"I'll give this one away. You know, when I punt Wolverine's adamantium skull toward camera, and I say 'Maradona goal!' and it goes up — if you really look closely, you'll see that his prisoner number from 'Les Mis' is engraved in the back of the throat of the skull as it comes toward you. 24601."



Deadpool & Wolverine pays sincere homage to Jackman
Marvel Studios/Disney

While Ryan Reynolds spends much of "Deadpool & Wolverine" poking fun at his co-star and even kicks off the film by literally desecrating the corpse of one of Hugh Jackman's most beloved characters, it seems there's some genuine affection propelling all of it. As Reynolds went on to explain to Collider, "I just love sharing those things with Hugh. I love being like, 'Hey, pay close attention to the skull, what do you see?' You just see his face kind of light up. It was just great."

Meanwhile, we're wondering when the Academy is going to recognize Jackman again. Whenever this happens, it likely won't be for "Deadpool & Wolverine," which despite the "Logan" star's best efforts, is, in the words of /Film's Chris Evangelista, a disappointing cameo-fest. Still, for Jackman none of that likely matters, as he clearly gave his all to a character that obviously means a lot to him and, apparently, the entire crew, who ended up sobbing on the set of "Deadpool & Wolverine" after seeing Jackman in his full Wolverine getup for the first time.

"Deadpool & Wolverine" is currently playing in theaters.

Read More: www.slashfilm.com/1638272/hugh-jackman-deadpool-and-wolverine-les-miserables-easter-egg-explained/

Btw, the Les Miserables 1980 musical mentioned in the article as its most famous interpretation is NOT the English adaptation in 1985 produced by Mackintosh and headed by Colm Wilkinson. Rather it is referring to the original French musicalized version staged at Palais des Sports in Paris in 1980 by Boublil & Schonberg. Interestingly, the role of Valjean was written as a baritone role ( why would a convict sing like an operatic tenor??) and was performed by a baritone. It was this original musicalized version that was eventually translated to English.

When Hugh visited France/Paris with his family -- I wonder if he traced the many places related to the musical, especially in Paris?

Jo

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arabella
@indiefilmgirl

Gen Z want more Hugh Jackman in movies, according to a new study.

A new study of 10-24 year olds found that 47% said Hugh Jackman “is needed” for most TV shows & movies while 44% believe other actors are “overused”



JoAB
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Hugh Jackman's range & versatility covers almost all genres (action/drama/musicals/darkcomedy/romcom/sci-fi/biopics/voice acting for animations) so his portrayals cover many types of stories & characterizations.

[jo]

So many comments on social media on how actors are admired because they looked the part or looked like someone wno portrayed the part well -- I think "looking like someone" is the least characteristic to be desired so long as the actor is not a 180-degree turn away from the physical characteristics of the subject ( although that can also happen and a strong portrayal is noted).

JoAB
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HughJackman has portrayed real persons in his work (Barnum in GShowman/Tassone in BadEducation/Hart in FrontRunner& PeterAllen in B'way's BoyFrOz) all effectively drawing out those persons's essential characteristics w/out looking like them...1/2



JoAB
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Yet,he's best remembered&admired for his portrayal of a fictional but very well-known character named Wolverine.HughJackman has actually delivered in definingWolvie's best characteristics from the pages of the comics into a film character- badass/ferocious/wry/charming/combative!

Some examples - Scott Eastwood would make a good Wolverine because he is the son of Clint Eastwood who looks a little like Hugh Jackman when Clint was much younger... and since HJ is an excellent Wolverine and therefore...

But can Scott be feral enough? Or charming enough? Or badass and funny enough? So on and so on...


Jo

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cindy
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new hugh jackman edit just dropped 🫶🏻

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JoAB
@joab46466753

Funny side of Hugh Jackman here... but yesterday, local cable started showing Prisoners (saw it 3 times in cinema)& watched it till the 1st scenes after the girls went missing. But I knew how Keller Dover would turn into & felt too unsettled to watch it again. What a portrayal from HJ!

[njr]

I think Scott Eastwood would make a great Wolverine when Hugh finally hangs up the claws! He was on E.T. yesterday or the day before and they showed a side-by-side of him and young Clint - he looks so much like him! He’s actually even better looking. And he’s only 38 years old.

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Nancy

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Scott Eastwood (short) interview:

www.etonline.com/media/videos/scott-eastwood-shares-what-it-would-take-for-him-to-remake-one-of-dad-clints-films

Nancy

[jo]

From that VOGUE cover story with Blake Lively -- as they frolic and gamble in Monte Carlo --

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[jo]

Andrew "Gus" Addkison
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the best actor/performer of our time? I think he's got to be considered. From musicals, to comic movies, to dramas and comedies he's shown he has no ceiling. #HUGHJACKMAN #DeadpoolAndWolverine #thegreatestshowman #GOAT



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Not only that -- he is also a major Broadway star. To-date, he has been in 2 musicals(BoyfrOz&MusicMan)/2 dramas(SteadyRain/TheRiver)/1 variety show.He has been given 2 Tonys & has hosted the awards show 4 times! King of Broadway!



JoAB
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At the 2022 Tony awards.
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In A Steady Rain, a police drama with Daniel Craig, Hugh Jackman portrayed an alpha male rogue cop into whose life many tragic events happened.



JoAB
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He has also hosted the Oscars. His 2009 Opening number is considered one of the, if not the, best in Oscars history.
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Hugh Jackman's Opening Number: 81st Oscars (2009)
Hugh Jackman's opening number saluting Oscar-nominated films at the 81st Academy Awards. Featuring Anne Hathaway.Subscribe

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For new HughJackman fans who may not have seen this SAG-AFTRA Foundation conversation with Variety's JRiley. Especially for those interested in the acting & performing profession. Best ever!



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Hugh Jackman Career Retrospective | SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations
Hugh shares stories from his performances in X-Men, The Greatest Showman, The Front Runner, The Boy From Oz, A Steady Rain, and Law of the Land in this inter...

Interview is not just about acting but it is also a great portrait of this great man!

Jo

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collider.com/hugh-jackman-les-miserables/

The Role Hugh Jackman Called His "Most Challenging" (It's Not Wolverine)

Hugh Jackman as jean Valjean in Les MiserablesImage via Universal Pictures
Hugh Jackman has been one of the most hardworking actors in the industry for over a decade, and that’s not just limited to playing the character of Logan in the X-Men film franchise. Prior to being cast in the comic book movie that changed the genre forever, Jackman had an active role in live theater, and first broke out with his award-winning performance in the revival of Oklahoma! Although this year saw him returning to play everyone’s favorite Canadian mutant once more in Deadpool & Wolverine, he’s a versatile actor whose impressive roles include Darren Aronofsky’s transfixing science fiction epic The Fountain and the emotionally grueling crime thriller Prisoners. However, Jackman cites his role in the 2012 cinematic adaptation of the musical Les Misérables as his most challenging part to date.


Why Was ‘Les Misérables’ So Challenging?

Les Misérables is an acclaimed piece of literature by Victor Hugo that was subsequently adapted into a 1980 musical that toured the world and won a record-breaking number of Tony Awards. Although there have been several adaptations of the original novel, Les Misérables has been considered to be a challenging musical because of the vocal range it requires from the leading actor cast as Jean Valjean. While sound mixing and post-production recording may have made that process a bit easier, Jackman wasn’t given any opportunities to “cheat” with the 2012 film because director Tom Hooper required all his actors to sing live on set. Although he admitted that this put considerable pressure on him, Jackman stated that “being able to be free with it and be spontaneous was a great gift” that allowed him to never break character.


Although hitting all the notes in some of the musical’s most iconic tracks was always going to be a consideration for whoever was cast as Valjean, Jackman stated that getting into character proved to be both emotionally and physically taxing. Les Misérables opens with Valjean in prison for stealing a loaf of bread to feed his family. Over the course of the story, he becomes a respected businessman in France, mentors the young girl Cosette (Amanda Seyfried), and eventually joins a revolutionary movement led by a group of students. Jackman stated that Hooper wanted him to be “unrecognizable,” so that the film would be able “to show the change in him from this incredibly angry soul to ultimately a loving soul.” While Jackman may have been used to doing intense physical roles from his tenure within the X-Men franchise, he felt that playing Valjean was emotionally “as deep as I’ve ever been required to go.”


‘Les Misérables’ Is One of Hugh Jackman’s Most Acclaimed Movies​​​​​

Given the level of acclaim that the original production of the show had received, Les Misérables was always going to be a tough sell to musical fans skeptical about a film’s ability to recreate the pure exhilaration of live theaters. However, Jackman earned his first and only Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in the film, and was able to showcase the complex character arc that Valjean goes through as he seeks redemption and closure. Les Misérables is essentially the story of one man’s life as he is judged in the eyes of both God and the law; Jackman brings a rough edge to the role, but also helps convincingly make the argument that Veljean did his best to help others in a time of crisis.


Les Misérables has received some backlash in recent years, as many feel that the awards recognition was unwarranted, and that the film was only well received by those not familiar with the original production. While there are certainly some glaring flaws, most notably Russell Crowe’s musical performance as the law enforcement officer Javert, Jackman’s performance is generally regarded as one of the best aspects of the Les Misérables film. Although reactions are now divided between those who think it’s a masterpiece and fans who feel that it was a massive disappointment, there have barely been any bad words said about Jackman’s magnificent performance.

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Les Misérables
PG-13
Musical
Drama
Les Misérables is the 2012 musical movie adaptation of Victor Hugo's eponymous 1862 novel, retelling the story of prisoner Jean Valjean and his quest for freedom in 19th-century France. It features a star-studded cast consisting of Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe, Amanda Seyfried, Eddie Redmayne, Helena Bonham Carter, and Sacha Baron Cohen.

Release Date
December 25, 2012
Director
Tom Hooper
Cast
Helena Bonham Carter , Anne Hathaway , Hugh Jackman , Sacha Baron Cohen , Russell Crowe , Amanda Seyfried
Runtime
158minutes
Writers
Victor Hugo , William Nicholson

Les Misérables is currently available to rent or buy on Prime Video in the U.S.

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Marvel Updates
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Marvel Studios wants to keep Hugh Jackman as Wolverine for as long as they can.
(Via: thecosmiccircus.com/october-discord-alex-perez-marvel-studios-avengers-films-shows/)



Dirkovian
@redgerbil5

Why dont Disney make Fox action movies on him? I mean Netflix has Hemsworth as its action star in Extraction franchise.

Die Hard starring Hugh Jackman is probably good. Quit having him just for comics movies.



JoAB
@joab46466753
Hugh Jackman can do not just action movies ...but also drama (Prisoners/Prestige)/musicals (LesMiserables/GreatestShowman)/darkcomedy(BadEducation/EddieTheEagle/RealSteel)romcom(K&Leopold,etc). He could be a mainstay actor for the DisneyGroup. They must have realized that by now.



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There is even some rumor that he may act as producer for DisneyTheatricals when they mount the stage adaptation of TheGreatestShowman( he was uncredited producer for the movie). His range includes the theatre.

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melissa ☆
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THE WAY HE JUST KEPT GOING 😭😭 the entire theater was silent

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mood👅
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what's the nastiest read you've ever seen someone give😭

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Hugh Jackman and car scenes. Always a hit.

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Not so much that it takes place in a car -- it's when he has a confrontation scene w/other strong actors. LesMiserables(TheConfrontation, w/ RCrowe)/TheSon(when he asks his son if he cannot live his own life)/ThePrestige(dying monolog, w CBale)/TheFrontrunner(confronting media).

[jo]

Interesting discussion by Hugh on stagecraft!


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[jo]

Nov 15, 2024 16:43:41 GMT -5 jo said:

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Ryan Reynolds says Wolverine’s rant in the car in ‘DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE’ is the scene he’s most proud of.

“It’s one of the most beautiful scenes in the movie because you see what a raw, visceral, powerhouse of an actor Hugh Jackman is”

(Source: variety.com/2024/film/news/ryan-reynolds-deadpool-wolverine-hamilton-behind-camera-awards-1236211454/)

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Hugh Jackman made me go silent in the theatre

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That’s a great insight from Ryan Reynolds! The scene where Wolverine rants in Deadpool 3 (presumably the one in the car with Deadpool) definitely seems like a standout moment. Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine has always been intense and emotionally charged, and it sounds like Reynolds is highlighting how much of Jackman’s acting range is on display in that scene. When Reynolds talks about it being “raw” and “visceral,” it really points to the kind of vulnerability and grit that Jackman brought to Wolverine across his many appearances.

The dynamic between Deadpool and Wolverine has always been electric, with Reynolds’ Deadpool pushing Wolverine’s character to new, often hilarious extremes. But seeing Jackman tap into a deeper, more emotional side in that moment would show just how much the character has evolved, especially after Logan’s emotional ending.

It sounds like this moment in Deadpool 3 will be a special one, both for fans of the characters and for Jackman’s final turn as Wolverine. Do you think this scene will add a new layer to their relationship, or is it more of a send-off for Wolverine’s character?

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Es Hugh Jackman no dire mas




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Even in his choices of animation work - -Hugh Jackman has given us voice acting performances in subjects that relate to subjects of interest ( HappyFeet- ecology/FlushedAway-sports/RiseOfGuardians-childhood models)&MissingLink-adventure).
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Also interesting that HughJackman's first stage adaptation work from a beloved film animation was the live portrayal of Gaston, from the Oscar-nominated original animation of Beauty & The Beast!

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Actually, the art of singing ( which probably derives from vocal acting lessons as well) --

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In this particular case ...

the art of performing --

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Hugh Jackman, known for his roles in action-packed films like Wolverine and his musical performances in The Greatest Showman, swears by the power of humor to create connection before a performance. Jackman believes that laughter breaks down barriers and helps foster positive relationships with co-stars and crew members. Whether he’s joking around on set or sharing funny stories before going on stage, Jackman uses humor to ease tension and make everyone feel more comfortable.

Jackman’s easy-going nature helps to break the ice, even in high-pressure situations. He explains, “The atmosphere on set can sometimes be really intense, especially during big scenes. I like to keep things light to remind everyone that we’re in this together and to enjoy the process.”

For performers looking to warm up connections, Jackman’s advice is simple: “Don’t take yourself too seriously. Find moments to share a laugh with your team—it’ll relax everyone and help create a more collaborative and enjoyable working environment.”