There is a big difference between being motivated by $$$ and making money on your projects to succeed in the film industry.
Michael Fassbender
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Really? Just checked. So again..Really? She used to post a lot but that was surely before you became a member, like way before. Oh well .
I like many people used to lurk before I joined. I'm sure we have talked about that before but you seem perplexed by the idea.
You wouldn't think so with the focus on some of the posts here...doom and gloom projections about AC, based on what? Filmmakers have great admiration and respect for Michael based on his talent as an actor, that's what he's hired to do - act - and he always delivers. If the film ultimately falls short at the box office it's not due to him not delivering. And I think it's fairly obvious he chooses his roles based on what he finds interesting, not to wear a celebrity crown or guarantee blockbuster ticket sales.
On the contrary, I've seen people (not necessarily here, but more elsewhere) be quite critical about James and his career path, with some of his major fans even getting very defensive about it. About Michael, the people commenting about his career path (in I suppose what some posters here view in a "negative" way) are not necessarily alone in their perspectives, as I've seen similar comments in other places.
Contrary to what some people here believe, it doesn't stem from a wish that he fails or that he's unhappy with where he is. It's simply more of a realistic view of the film industry and the careers of individuals such as Michael, along with his peers. Obviously, I cannot predict his future with 100% accuracy, and no one here or anywhere can. That being said, there's nothing controversial about discussing certain aspects of his career trajectory, whether they're negative or not. So your last sentence hits it on the nose, pretty much. For myself at least, as I can't speak for everyone else. I shall also comment that MF has established A LOT for himself in the last several years, and it's something that he is probably proud of, as he should be.
I would also like to say that just because one may point out certain things about their favorites that they may not necessarily admire, that doesn't make them a "bad" fan by any means. No human being is perfect, and to expect everyone to like every single thing about their favorite people is unrealistic and frankly just sets one up for disappointment, in the end. In short, it is never wise to put anyone up on a pedestal. Never.
And to add another note, no one here is criticizing his acting/performances. That is not what this is about.
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Seriously? He is producing that film so of course people are going to talk about the BO performance. It is really important for him as a producer for that film to do well. It isn't a criticism of his talent as an actor. I don't think that was ever in question.
His performance is always top notch. He is a producer on AC and needs to make sure the movie makes back money. Part of it is profits for the producing companies and part of it is finance for the sequels. His job as an actor is now over since principal photography is done. However as the lead star and producer, his responsibility to promote the movie heavily still stands. Its not a small genre movie like TLBO. Blockbusters are expected to make money and Michael signed up for one.
You'll be aware then that he is one of several producers on AC, he's worked really hard on it and is very excited about it. I don't pretend to know what kind of financial projections are involved but do recall reading that the company behind it weren't expecting it to smash the box office. And as you've been lurking here for a while you'll be aware that some posters have a very keen interest in the box office figures for all his films, not just those he's producing.
You know who else is exhausted? Our mods and admins. This thread is completely childish. You guys are fighting and being rude to strangers about another stranger. . . a celeb. Get it together folks.
If people keep reporting and blowing up our email boxes a few things will happen, one will be us temporarily banning some and permanently banning those who've been warned before.
Please consider taking a break, for real. . . it ain't that serious.
If people keep reporting and blowing up our email boxes a few things will happen, one will be us temporarily banning some and permanently banning those who've been warned before.
Please consider taking a break, for real. . . it ain't that serious.
I don't understand what you are trying to say with the first part of your post. And even if people were interested in the BO figures for all his films I don't think that is a bad thing. I know there is one person on tumblr who seems to think BO is the be all and end all but I don't think we should take her seriously. I haven't seen anyone here having unreasonable expectations in terms of BO.
Finally something about fassy and not other people! Gotta re-watch Macbeth, I have the DVD now.
I went to see it 4 times in theatre and the last time I went purposely on my own just to enjoy it more.
Uhlalala surprise: guess who decided to sit next to me? My old high school teacher!!! [emoji23][emoji24][emoji126] olé! She talked for the whole time about differences movie/play and then she forced me to have a coffee with her.
So I learned: don't go to the cinema alone anymore... Lol.
Nope, I actually love to go there on my own sometimes! It's relaxing.
I just had an enormous urge to post this, tbh. The red in his hair/beard really shows here.