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Post by Kizuna on May 10, 2012 15:51:00 GMT -5
Admittedly, I'm in the camp that "In Time" for all its potential, was rather wasted, and Cillian was of course, the best thing in the movie. I often feel that he looks more at characters he's playing than really looking at the script/picture as a whole. Oh wow, Applepretzel, I didn't know the Coen Bros. saw Misterman! I really hope they realize the potential Cillian has and contact him anytine in the future, especially since he's always said he's wanted to work with them! And I've said this before, and I'll say it again, I want to see him take on more heroic (or somewhat more anti-hero) roles in another comic book movie, especially something for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Quicksilver, Moon Knight, Daredevil or Captain Mahr-Vell are my top picks.
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Post by bunnie24 on May 10, 2012 16:06:42 GMT -5
My brother actually LOVED In Time, which is weird cause I figured anything that wasn't WWII related it would go out the window...but he loved In Time...and was like "YEAH!! And you're husband is in it too so we've both got something to enjoy..."
I wish I could finish a script so I could send it to him and be like "You be in this movie, or you'll never be seen again."
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Post by Pisces on Jul 28, 2012 11:33:31 GMT -5
Here's one of many online articles that mentions Cillian's decision to focus on smaller films: www.business-standard.com/generalnews/news/cillian-murphy-wants-to-do-smaller-films/36489/I figured I would take the discussion to this thread, since it's worth talking about. About Cillian not wanting to do big movies anymore... I'm not so content with this choice of his either. I really love (good!) big budget movies / blockbusters and I'd love to see Cillian in some more "spicy" and sexy roles like Leon in the future. And yeah... I want to see him on the big screen from time to time and not only on DVD... But on the other hand I can understand him not being into that whole fuss coming with blockbusters (the premiers and interview sessions and stuff) and I accept his choices. We fans must live with the fact that our idol does not "belong" to us. He's doing the job he loves to do, and well, it happens that this job puts him into public and has the effect that he gains fans. Of course he has to appreciate his fans because they are an essential component of his work, but he doesn't have to follow his fans wishes. Although I wish he would fullfill me my personal movie wish haha But my hopes are fading for that particular one LOL But what means "big movies"...? Big budget movies? I think there are still some smaller movies which do have a wide release, which are well known because there are of high quality and originality. Not every indie movie has to be automatically only shown in some small artsy cinemas. But I understand the fact that small British or Irish movies probably won't find worldwide release... I think a lot of fans will feel as you, Zombie. It is Cillian's career and he owes nothing to anyone but himself, but I'm sure there will be a lot of people who will feel that this is a bit of a shame. Of course, we don't have any way of knowing if this was truly his decision, either. It could be that he doesn't want to travel, but it could also be that Hollywood doesn't come a'knockin' anymore. As talented as he is, and as much as we adore him as his fans, he's never really managed to have that one breakthrough film. And he's had far too many films that have gone straight to DVD (from both American and European studios) to have it not impact his career opportunities. It's not a forgiving industry. What puzzles me is that he felt the need to say this publicly. I mean, what if a big director has him in mind for an amazing role down the road...? Would he or she even bother getting in touch with Cillian's people, knowing he's written off studios and projects that aren't close to London? I wouldn't. I guess what it comes down to is that he's not a very driven person. There's nothing wrong with that. Hell knows, if I had money like he does, I'd quit my job and spend my days doing whatever I like, so I certainly can understand why he's choosing this lower-key lifestyle. He's in a fortunate position that many of us could never dream of. With that said, I can't help, as a fan, feeling that there's a loss here. And it does disappoint me that he'd rule out a brilliant script because it's not geographically convenient to shoot. But again, it's his career. We are just spectators. I'll always enjoy what he's done, and wish him all the best in the future.
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Post by Zombiekitten on Jul 28, 2012 12:05:49 GMT -5
Ah, thanks, Pisces, for transferring this discussion over here! I totally forgot about this thread here... What puzzles me is that he felt the need to say this publicly. I mean, what if a big director has him in mind for an amazing role down the road...? Would he or she even bother getting in touch with Cillian's people, knowing he's written off studios and projects that aren't close to London? I wouldn't. Oh! Yeah, that's a point! I haven't thought about this. It would be awful if we would "loose" Cillian to wonderful, gigantic movie projects because of this aspect. Although, as said before, I have to accept his choices and his lifestyle, I do feel too that it is a bit of a loss. Pisces, I feel with you about this. Sometimes I really wish Cillian's career was a bit like for example the one of Leo di Caprio. Not to mention that we members of the forum here, who are coming from around the world, could have more to discuss over if Cillian's career was more a world-wide one. It's really sad that some of his movies doesn't even get a cinema release in some countries...
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Post by Cait on Jul 28, 2012 13:24:39 GMT -5
If I'm being completely honest, I had a feeling that this was going to happen. He dedicated a full year of his life to the stage with Misterman, and has since not accepted (or been offered) roles in bigger films. I think that he's been chewing over this decision for a while. I completely understand and respect his choice to focus on smaller films closer to home. His family should be his priority, and he should do what makes him happy. Still, I can't help but feel a bit dejected. I've been watching Cillian for practically a decade. Maybe not as faithfully as I have watched him in the past few years, but I discovered him when I was fourteen. In that time, I've only seen him on the big screen four times; I took comfort in the possibility that he would take on another big role so that I could see the film in theatres. Needless to say, this decision of his is sad news for me, as it probably is for all of his non-European fans. There's not much else we can do but sit back and wait. There could be other reasons he made this choice. I just don't want him to be forgotten about, he's far too gifted as an actor for that to happen!
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Post by bunnie24 on Jul 28, 2012 13:35:12 GMT -5
I mean, we can't know for sure; maybe he will take an occasional major movie role every once in awhile; I mean, I hope every time Christopher Nolan or Danny Boyle decide to make a new movie, they'll include Cillian.
But it is sad though.
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Post by The Phantom Lady on Jul 28, 2012 13:47:39 GMT -5
I utterly support his decision, it just saddens me... I mean one should never completely close such chapters, I mean what if something he really wanted to do comes up? Like the Western he has talked about...
But we'll see I suppose, I have always respected him for picking a movie by the script, not the money it could make him or publicity like the story is with so many actors... But I quite enjoyed seeing him on the big screen... and while it was sad that I was the only person in the movie theatre that was a rather epic experience, having Leon all to myself *cough cough*
I just hope he does what makes him happy...
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Post by dulcemirita on Jul 30, 2012 3:45:17 GMT -5
Nay, just the thought of him "being forgotten" gaves me shivers... Obviously, him performing Misterman along one year have changed his point of view on having more presence on films. He probably will come to his first love, that is: theatre. He has mentioned a couple of times that for him is weird to promote a film done 1 year ago, feeling desapassionate, sort of disconnected and forced to do a menthal come-back to that time in wich he was portraying a certain character. Promoting a movie, even if predicted to be a blockbuster or not (i.e Red Ligths) is really exhausting, the worst part of being an actor, moreover when the job was finished long time ago and you're into another entirely different project. But, knowing Cillian's acting nature, he surely won't say "NO" to a good script, even if it obligues him to film far away from his family & homeland, but if has always been sort of "pricky" while chosing roles, maybe now that will be taken to the extreme. We absolutely ignore the projects he's been offered and been rejected, but I don't think he be so wacked as to slam the door the way apparently he's doing by this declarations. Probably his words have been twisted. But, if dont' please Cillian, tell us: what's screwed you up?
I 'd feel sorry if he's not seen on the big screen and mostly sorrowed for those non european fans who might difficult to follow Cillian's career if done on "little & local" doses. There is many ways to handle an acting career that be satisfying without having to deal with the "displeasing parts" of it. Obvioulsy, he's looking for his very personal way to achieve this. Participating only on blockbusters, with big names attached to the projects is not his thing, that's clear. But let's face it: probably if it's a blockbusters what producers are looking for, he's not such a big name as to attract major public to see a certain film, at least, on USA. It seems that if a film does not triumph in USA, then the film does not exist. But Europe, and mostly UK & Ireland are absolutely surrended to him, that's his territory, I wonder if that is more than enough for him. There is such a vast territory for an actor, apart from big movies: tv, theatre...and I very much respect his decission and back it 100%.
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Post by wikkleshamrocks on Jul 31, 2012 6:23:09 GMT -5
I think you mean "Picky" Dulcemirita ;D heehee. Good reflection on what he said. Cillian is changeable it seems. From what I have seen following his career. But yes, the theatre will always stay with him, it's his roots! So is his family. I suppose every job has its annoying things & his promotional work is just that but I'm sure he's not complaining about it. He's just stating clearly where his heart & art is. I still say he will do films that stretch over the Atlantic & even get filmed there. Something will come up and grab his mind and passion I just know it. Frequency however has always been sporadic has it not?
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Post by Zombiekitten on Jul 31, 2012 7:02:08 GMT -5
I mean, we can't know for sure; maybe he will take an occasional major movie role every once in awhile; I mean, I hope every time Christopher Nolan or Danny Boyle decide to make a new movie, they'll include Cillian. That's what I hope too!! ;D And I can't imagine that directors who already know him and were working with him will get deterred by Cillian's statement he doesn't wants to do big movies anymore. If they want him, they take him! (I hope LOL ) But btw...Hasn't Cillian once said that for him it makes no difference -- regarding the pure fact of working and acting -- if he's working on the set of a big movie or a small movie? Dulcemirita Yes, you're right! Theatre indeed is Cillian's first love and always will be. And now that I had the great honor and pleasure to witness one if his plays I'm excited about his next project in that department, which I certainly want to experience too !!
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Post by leyla11 on Jul 31, 2012 23:22:14 GMT -5
I think he just meant he isn't in the mood for big budget monstrosities a la Battleship. A good script is a good script and a good role is a good role. I think we're giving it more meaning than what it has. I do prefer "small films", if the big ones are Hollywood nonsense.it's an endless debatem though and goods scripts can be found in Hollywood. He's a mart guy, he's going to do fine
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