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"Hollywoodland" isn't really a biopic in that we didn't really know

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tinear

In Reply to: RE: Honestly.... posted by afilado on October 04, 2007 at 14:07:47

much at all about the actor that played the original Superman, except that he allegedly killed himself.
Affleck gives a monumental performance of what was a second-rate character, making him human and interesting.
There are several subplots which weaken the film but Affleck's so skillful it doesn't matter.
I'm looking forward to seeing it the third time, his portrayal is that nuanced.
Frankly, I can't think of another actor who could have done as well in that role. I was stunned because, since The Boiler Room, I've thought very little of Ben.
I'll keep my eye open for Schwartzman but, with 115 films in my Netflix line, it'll be hard for awhile :-)

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So.... - afilado 19:02:56 10/04/07 (1)
Affkeck has it in him. Why does he seem like a slug in all the other things?
Another subject, music: whatta you think of Jon Spencer? A '90's phenom. 'Cause you've mentioned an interest in such.

Edits: 10/04/07
- Well, if you've got the time, see "Hollywoodland." - tinear 04:47:07 10/05/07 (0)
  Re: Jon Spencer. I've read much about but not heard even one song. Looks like I'll have to get a cd. Similarly with Winehouse: a cousin of mine living in Lisbon likes her a lot and he's not usually a popular music kind-of-guy.

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