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Post by hughmanity on Nov 13, 2018 20:39:23 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 13, 2018 21:30:27 GMT -5
Busy day for Hugh -- this time, at a Q&A with Vera Farmiga for SAG/AFTRA screening in NYC.
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Post by jo on Nov 13, 2018 22:04:04 GMT -5
In a sense, this has to be the film that Hugh has to work hardest to get public attention --
*The film can be divisive because it resonates to current political times *Gary Hart's story happened some 30 years ago...and those events feel " quaint" to those who remembered them. Some say only the over 40 y/o will relate it to history *Hugh was thrown into a different limelight unexpectedly because of his guest list at his recent 50th birthday party. Why he has to rationalize his friendships has nothing to do with the movie … and in some interviews distract from the film discussion itself *The critics were divided in their appreciation -- some suggest that the press had some bias against it because it portrayed them not as heroes but in a lesser light. *The film release is going against blockbusters which used to be only fascinating to kids.
On the favorable side --
*Jason Reitman has gone to so many events featuring the movie and has been articulate and eloquent about his filmmaking theme and goals *It features a cast that is not just well-known but some are beloved film personalities *Hugh is always a main draw... and he has been honored in several events, especially in relation to THE FRONT RUNNER. The movie completes his most recent trifecta ( Logan/The Greatest Showman/The Front Runner) showcasing his talent and versatility. His performance has also been noted by so many ( even by the film critic unbelievers) as worthy for Oscar consideration.
Quo vadis??
Hopefully, people will begin to appreciate that this film is a different, mind-stimulating fare at the cinema. Hopefully, it will engage people into conversations, not divisive, but moving towards more positive cultural shifts. I noted one comment from Whoopi ( at yesterday's The View, where Hugh and Jason were guests) that there seems to be an evolving "BS" fatigue now...and perhaps the American electorate/candidates can now come together on a more positive note.
Hopefully, despite some negativity, the movie will have at least a decent showing, hopefully maybe even an unexpected hit, at the box office...and that Hugh Jackman's performance will be considered as awards-worthy as other biopic portrayals/other types of performances!
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Post by jo on Nov 13, 2018 22:10:53 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 13, 2018 22:33:25 GMT -5
Translated from Japanese by Microsoft
I went to the Front Runner preview of the movie and Q&A. The reception of the actor Union is swarmed, and the hoot is managed to secure the seat in the flurry. The life Hugh Jackman after a long time is still so awesome! #ニューヨーク #エンタメ
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Post by jo on Nov 13, 2018 23:28:22 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 3:17:51 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 3:19:54 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 3:25:14 GMT -5
![](http://cdn02.cdn.justjared.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/jackman-vera/hugh-jackman-vera-farmiga-step-out-for-the-front-runner-screening-in-nyc-08.JPG) Important audience for the pair -- members of the SAG/AFTRA ( which recommends the nominations for the Oscar Best Acting Honors). A Nominating Committee chosen from the membership makes the recommendations for final AMPAS membership voting.
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 3:48:51 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 6:32:02 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 6:46:55 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 8:52:38 GMT -5
Good tie-up with The Front Runner soon to open!
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Post by jo on Nov 14, 2018 18:34:09 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 15, 2018 19:34:18 GMT -5
variety.com/2018/film/features/hugh-jackman-jason-reitman-front-runner-1203029052/Variety cites Prisoners/Logan and Greatest Showman as very challenging roles for Hugh, but The Front Runner takes on a different kind of acting prowess. Btw, maybe the one role which has the attributes of the drama of Prisoners, the physicality of Logan and the performing talent of Showman is the role for which he was nominated for an Oscar, that of Jean Valjean in LES MISERABLES. It was a tour de force in a dramatic musical! Jo
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Post by jo on Nov 15, 2018 19:38:53 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 15, 2018 23:41:46 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 8:21:33 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 10:15:01 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 11:17:27 GMT -5
Access denied for international listeners? ![:(](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/sad.png)
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 17:58:56 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 19:05:25 GMT -5
A little bit more insight on Hugh --
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 19:08:23 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 16, 2018 20:01:05 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Nov 17, 2018 0:44:07 GMT -5
I thought I had posted the article from Owen Gleiberman...but I can't seem to find it.
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