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Munchy2k t1_ja6k7zj wrote

I just want Bredan Fraser and Ke Huy Quan to both win Oscars so Encino Man 2 gets greenlit.

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Due_Start_3597 t1_ja6mxlo wrote

The movie looked kinda lame tbh. I didn't see it.

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Siellus t1_ja6su5u wrote

I love how he starts sounding like Filthy Frank.

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rnhf t1_ja77ec3 wrote

Replying to bludgeonerV (#2,049,904)

it's good, but honestly I expected a bit more from aronofsky. For something that was adapted from a play, it had a pretty mediocre script IMHO

Definitely amazing perfomances from every actor involved (they had to be for this movie, and if I remember correctly, it was VERY carefully cast, and they rehearsed the whole movie for like a week or something before actually shooting), and all the other stuff was great as well, just the writing didn't really work for me

Good movie overall though, worth a watch. Kinda depressing, but in the "catharsis at the end"-kinda way if that makes sense lol

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rnhf t1_ja7a0v9 wrote

Replying to [deleted] (#2,051,577)

that's unfair. I didn't care too much for the script (it was ok though), but everything else was on point. From the directing, which is usually hard to even tell, down to the set design

It's "overrated" (kinda hate that term) but hating on it just because everybody loves it, that's just being contrarian

-e- that being said, without having watched Mother and Noah, it's the weakest film of aronofsky I've seen. But that doesn't mean much.

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JackFisherBooks t1_ja7bww3 wrote

I just love seeing Brendan Fraser's career surge for all the right reasons. I remember in the late 90s and early 2000s when he was seen as just another pretty face who could do stunts. That's all he was to the industry. But these past few years have shown that he can be so much more. 😊

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Endershay t1_ja7y0mv wrote

He’s SO precious. 🥲 It makes me so happy to see him get the recognition.

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jeb_manion t1_ja7ya3v wrote

Replying to JackFisherBooks (#2,052,219)

Actually, I think he was a weird mixture of too pretty and too funny/goofy. Had he come around later, he would have been a Chris Pratt (which he basically already was if you compare Mummy and Jurassic World). If there was a time machine or something that could make him 30 again, I think he would have had a bigger career now. His humor and looks could literally be used in any current, big franchise.

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TheSnideOne t1_ja7zys0 wrote

What a way to wake up. Watch this, shed a tear and realize there is still hope in this world. Love this man.

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Zedsback2020 t1_ja81jxg wrote

He was fantastic in The Whale. I was never a fan of his until this movie, having only seen him in action roles.

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Orngog t1_ja81lgz wrote

Replying to rnhf (#2,051,398)

Do you watch a lot of plays? I always think movies from walk a treacherous path, dialogue for the state is written for projection, cinema is telegraphic- it brings the faraway close-up. Certainly, I would not expect an adaptation to have a great script... Too much has to change, one way or the other.

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theDroobot t1_ja82ds0 wrote

Replying to LevyShorts (#2,047,488)

It'd be a story where over the last 35 years inceno man has completely normalized in modern society, becomes a successful actor, falls from the spotlight only to return and win a Grammy which then allows one of his old movies to be green lit for a sequel. I'd watch that.

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rnhf t1_ja84iqp wrote

Replying to Orngog (#2,058,215)

you adapt a play because of the script, because you have to basically change everything else. And a good script, for a play I mean, usually has to be strong enough that it stands on its own, you're gonna have different directors, actors etc. A good playwright knows this and writes something that can speak for itself.

It's obviously not a science, but when a great director like aronofsky spends this much time and energy on adapting a script from stage to screen, yeah, I kinda have high expectations

>Do you watch a lot of plays?

nah, theatre is gay

I'm kidding, but I actually don't watch a lot of plays anymore

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jeb_manion t1_ja85l9b wrote

Replying to bradiation (#2,058,951)

The Mummy was old school successful with 400 million box office plus whatever DVD and VHS sales/rentals were (this was the first DVD of like half of my friends). With inflation, that's 600 million dollar box office which is mediocre in this era of billion dollar franchises. What I was saying is he would easily be leading a billion dollar franchise if he was a 30 year old in 2023. He would be Chris Pratt or upper billing of fast and furious or something.

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way2lazy2care t1_ja87c3w wrote

Replying to jeb_manion (#2,057,328)

Brendan Fraser was pretty huge at his peak. The bigger reason is more likely all his injuries and family situation that resulted in him taking fewer less demanding roles/more time off and the fact that there wasn't really any long running series for him to be a part of like the MCU at the time. He 100% would have been a title character in the MCU if it were around at the time.

Like his run from 99-03 is about as good as most actors can hope for without scoring a strong oscar candidate.

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badchecker t1_ja88q0t wrote

This is getting ridiculous reddit. I feel like I'm on week 6 of "Brendan Fraser and everything everywhere all at once win an award yippee!".

How much more congratulations can they fucking get

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culman13 t1_ja898wu wrote

In an industry filled with so much narcissism and vanity, Brendan Fraser is such a wholesome person. It's really a breath of fresh air.

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Trans-Europe_Express t1_ja8a8l5 wrote

I'm very happy to see Brendan Fraser get acknowledgement for his work now and the continued public support but it's doesn't sit well with me that these acknowledgements are coming from the initiations and industry that turned their back on him and so many others that were victims of predatory people in power. Most face no consequences and stay ultra wealthy.

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Beznia t1_ja8b7ue wrote

Replying to way2lazy2care (#2,059,722)

I loved Journey to the Center of the Earth from 2008. It was just a good family movie. The ending made me excited for a sequel, but it sucked seeing Dwayne Johnson being the star and Brendan Fraser not being involved in Journey 2.

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badchecker t1_ja8g0rt wrote

Replying to thecricketnerd (#2,061,427)

If these people really get this many awards, I really hope someone eventually says "This is getting a little ridiculous. I did one month of work 2 years ago and you guys don't stop giving me trophies."

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BugEyedLemur t1_ja8g53m wrote

Brendan Fraser's career is the epitome of perseverance, which he so eloquently stated. I don't get excited about celebrity success very often, but as someone who has gone through the wringer of self-doubt myself, I am elated to see his resurgence back to the main stage. A remarkable journey for one of the kindest people in Hollywood.

Good luck at the Oscars, Brendan. Loads and loads of people are rooting for you.

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PepeSilviaLovesCarol t1_ja8gg8y wrote

Replying to rnhf (#2,051,356)

The whole ‘please excuse the video quality’ is just so they can post it first and get internet points. It happens on sports subreddits all the time. Someone will post a shitty quality version of a highlight, or one that ends right before the crowd reaction, so they can be the first to submit it. It’s shitty.

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Mother_Wash t1_ja8h3tl wrote

I do find this fascinating....the man was truly ignored for many, many years by the decision makers in that industry. Seems a fine actor (was gonna watch The Whale a couple of days ago.....they wanted 19.99 to stream it). So now he's a massive money pull. But really what's touching are his feels, which make me want to watch the movie....the premise might make me mildly want to, but that kind of movie for me is really dependent on my mood.....that's a serious subject and I don't always like that kind of film, but he himself compels me to it. I sincerely hope it turns for him. He seems such a very nice person, and all of us can use more nice people in a world of venal assholes

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theAnalepticAlzabo t1_ja8hoej wrote

Replying to bradiation (#2,059,415)

Hey, what kind of behavior is this?! Look at the two of you, being all ‘respectful’ and ‘adult’. Cmon! This is Reddit, ffs!

You guys have similar but slightly different opinions on things!! You are supposed to be treating each other with traumatized contempt. Not open mindedness! I haven’t heard ONE comment insulting the others sexual habits.

You can both do better, is all I am saying.

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brucebay t1_ja8hzrx wrote

Replying to reflUX_cAtalyst (#2,060,472)

Queue to Doom Patrol series opening where he bangs his screen wife from behind with bare butt and me desperately trying to find the remote control and telling younglings to close their eyes.

That shuttered my illusions of him as a goofy kids friendly action star. Now I know there I a reason that some series deserve their MA ratings.

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DoctorMcAstronaut t1_ja8mw77 wrote

Replying to Mother_Wash (#2,062,251)

I went in pretty blind but I had heard excellent things about it. If a true character study isn't your cup of tea, you might not like it. I didn't think it would be able to grip me because it's an adapted play. My god, was it an absolute masterpiece. Everyone rightfully talks up Brendan Fraser's performance but literally everyone in this film is firing on all cylinders. Sadie Sink is fucking amazing.

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moobear92 t1_ja8qy6c wrote

The whale was amazing, dark and depressing but great film. 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 Keep it up Brendan

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Vakieh t1_ja8rql9 wrote

The film industry owes him such a huge fucking debt, this is a small step in the right direction.

The fact Philip Berk didn't go to prison for what he did, and the fact everybody closed ranks around him, and even after he admitted he did it it took them years to expel him when he pulled unrelated shit is just disgusting.

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jordantask t1_ja8u6ta wrote

Replying to Trans-Europe_Express (#2,060,465)

You hit the nail on the head.

Not that I’m saying Brendan Fraser doesn’t deserve to be honoured but all of this feels like a massive overcompensation or overcorrection to how they treated him in the past to make Me Too seem more credible. Almost like they forgot about him and then realized last minute that they should be treating him better.

Never forget that this so called “academy” and “guild” includes people who kept quiet for decades to cover for the likes of Harvey Weinstein and his ilk, and continues to this day to celebrate Roman Polanski.

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SteveJobsBlakSweater t1_ja8ymck wrote

All my homies like Brendan Fraser. A god damed phoenix rising from the ashes.

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forrestdog2 t1_ja93wn3 wrote

Sandler is so happy for his friend, I love it!

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nikiu t1_ja957nl wrote

I watched the movie last night and it was emotional. Aronofsky knows how to cut those onions, damn!

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seiffer55 t1_ja97t7g wrote

I watched The Whale for the first time last night and had one of the most intense anxiety attacks of my life as a larger man. I cannot tell you how horrifying the movie was to me and all of it was driven by Brendan's acting ability. The emotions evoked from that were so visceral that I get to go back to therapy again and I can't tell you how impressed I am with his acting.

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Edit: Spelling. I wish I could shake Brendan's hand genuinely. What an absolute legend. I'm glad he's getting the success he deserves.

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P00KIEPIE t1_ja9bzvt wrote

I’m glad he’s making a comeback and it’s nice to see he is being recognized but this definitely does feel like an over compensation. Not only from the film industry but all of media. Did anyone actually see The Whale? It was so bad. So very bad imo.

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statictonality t1_jaa2phl wrote

Brenaissance train keeps rolling!!!! OSCAR TIME FOR OUR BOY!!!

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Korlog_Kashin t1_jaa5azs wrote

Replying to Trans-Europe_Express (#2,060,465)

Of im correct he was offered a no.ination from the award ceremony that was done by the co.pany the guy who "Did" the thing to him. He told them he would never work with them ever and denied the nomination.

Source: Brendon said it on a podcast I listened to

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harleydavidso4 t1_jaagg13 wrote

I'm glad for him,and he did an amazing job of that character.....but the movie was a horrible mess,and bloody depressing.

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HelllllloooooPerson t1_jaajprr wrote

Replying to Stalked_Like_Corn (#2,061,749)

Agree! It's also kind of hilarious that the movie Hustle got nominated for anything lmao! I remember watching that movie, because someone told me that they 'think I would like it' because I played basketball. And after watching it I was offended they thought I would like that movie. Granted it was a fine movie, not saying it was horrible, but the writing is so bleh and predictable, your standard not great netflix movie.

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shit_knife t1_jaarkix wrote

A raft of regret on a sea of hope. I needed to hear that Brendan. You are the best.

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RCFORCEX t1_jaas36a wrote

se lo merece es un grean actor

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Teledildonic t1_jaaw2u3 wrote

Replying to brucebay (#2,062,516)

>Now I know there I a reason that some series deserve their MA ratings.

I mean that's really the one time they flash titties, then it's more just Cliff dropping 684 F-bombs an episode.

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TranceF0rm t1_jaaxsam wrote

Everytime I've seen Brendan Fraser the last couple years, he's on the verge of tears and out of breath.

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webent t1_jab5r2n wrote

Replying to akhabby (#2,059,108)

I've lived in Southern California most of my life and just now learned this was referencing a town here. I always assumed Encino was another word for prehistoric since he's a frozen caveman. I'm in my 30s.

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FPSMAC t1_jabo9hs wrote

Han chow is like... "bitch I'm done."

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