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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gary Oldman says he was tired of being 'poster boy for rent-a-villain'
Picture Credit: X Hollywood star Gary Oldman is magical whenever he essays a role. Who could forget his chilling portrayal of the antagonist in 'Leon: The Professional'? However, the actor got tired of playing the villain after a point. While discussing his performance as Dr. Zachary Smith in 'Lost in Space', the actor said there was a point in his career where he was the go-to for casting directors who needed a bad guy, reports 'Variety'. He told 'Variety', "I got sort of typecast for a while. I became kind of like the poster boy for the 'rent-a-villain'. Sort of, 'Oh, we need a villain and we'll get Gary'. I don't know how that happened, but it happened. And it was fun for a while, but eventually, I just put a stop to it. It got a little old. But they are fun to play". Oldman went on to compare the character of Dr. Zachary Smith to another one of his iconic villain roles, Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg from 'The Fifth Element'. "This particularly, like 'The Fifth Element,' much like 'Lost in Space,' they're comic villains", he explained. "('Lost in Space') was fun, great cast. I thought the story, it was a lot to put in. It was a lot of movie in two hours. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo But (Dr. Zachary Smith) was fun to play because it's a villain with a tongue in the cheek or a little twinkle in the eye (sic)". As per 'Variety', One of Oldman's first major switches from villain to hero was when he joined Christopher Nolan 's 'Batman' trilogy as Commissioner Gordon. David S. Goyer, who wrote 'Batman Begins' and 'The Dark Knight' for Nolan, recently recalled on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast that he was "very surprised" to hear Oldman had landed the role, given his villain status. David said, "Now that I'm a more experienced filmmaker, I realized that it's really exciting to cast against type. It's exciting for filmmakers, and it's also exciting for the actors".
Hans India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Gary Oldman says he was tired of being ‘poster boy for rent-a-villain'
Los Angeles: Hollywood star Gary Oldman is magical whenever he essays a role. Who could forget his chilling portrayal of the antagonist in 'Leon: The Professional'? However, the actor got tired of playing the villain after a point. While discussing his performance as Dr. Zachary Smith in 'Lost in Space', the actor said there was a point in his career where he was the go-to for casting directors who needed a bad guy, reports 'Variety'. He told 'Variety', 'I got sort of typecast for a while. I became kind of like the poster boy for the 'rent-a-villain'. Sort of, 'Oh, we need a villain and we'll get Gary'. I don't know how that happened, but it happened. And it was fun for a while, but eventually, I just put a stop to it. It got a little old. But they are fun to play'. Oldman went on to compare the character of Dr. Zachary Smith to another one of his iconic villain roles, Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg from 'The Fifth Element'. 'This particularly, like 'The Fifth Element,' much like 'Lost in Space,' they're comic villains', he explained. '('Lost in Space') was fun, great cast. I thought the story, it was a lot to put in. It was a lot of movie in two hours. But (Dr. Zachary Smith) was fun to play because it's a villain with a tongue in the cheek or a little twinkle in the eye (sic)'. As per 'Variety', One of Oldman's first major switches from villain to hero was when he joined Christopher Nolan's 'Batman' trilogy as Commissioner Gordon. David S. Goyer, who wrote 'Batman Begins' and 'The Dark Knight' for Nolan, recently recalled on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast that he was 'very surprised' to hear Oldman had landed the role, given his villain status. David said, 'Now that I'm a more experienced filmmaker, I realized that it's really exciting to cast against type. It's exciting for filmmakers, and it's also exciting for the actors'.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
'I became kind of like poster boy for the rent-a-villain': Gary Oldman on facing typecast in film industry
Washington DC [US], June 18 (ANI): Actor Gary Oldman opened up about facing typecasting in the entertainment industry in the past, saying that he once was the go-to guy for the casting directors who needed a bad guy, reported Variety. While discussing his performance as Dr. Zachary Smith in 'Lost in Space' during a recent interview with Variety, the actor said that there was a point in his career when he was the primary choice of the makers for villain roles in movies. "I got sort of typecast for a while. I became kind of like the poster boy for the 'rent-a-villain.' Sort of, 'Oh, we need a villain and we'll get Gary.' I don't know how that happened, but it happened. And it was fun for a while, but eventually, I just put a stop to it. It got a little old. But they are fun to play," said Gary Oldman as quoted by Variety. Oldman went on to compare the character of Dr. Zachary Smith to another one of his iconic villain roles, Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg from 'The Fifth Element', which was directed by Luc Besson and was released in 1997. "This particularly, like 'The Fifth Element,' much like 'Lost in Space,' they're comic villains. ['Lost in Space'] was fun, great cast. I thought the story, it was a lot to put in. It was a lot of movie in two hours. But [Dr. Zachary Smith] was fun to play because it's a villain with a tongue in the cheek or a little twinkle in the eye," said Oldman as quoted by Variety. According to Variety, one of Oldman's first major switches from villain to hero was when he joined Christopher Nolan's 'Batman' trilogy as Commissioner Gordon. David S Goyer, who wrote 'Batman Begins' and 'The Dark Knight' for Nolan, recently recalled on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast that he was "very surprised" to hear Oldman had landed the role, given his villain status, reported Variety. "Now that I'm a more experienced filmmaker, I realised that it's really exciting to cast against type. It's exciting for filmmakers, and it's also exciting for the actors," said Goyer as quoted by Variety. Gary Oldman will be next seen in the fifth season of 'Slow Horses' series. The actor has been playing the lead role in this web series since season one. The fifth season is set to premiere this year. (ANI)
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Katie Holmes Abandons Ballet Flats for Gilded Zimmermann Orchid Sandals at the Brand's Fall 2025 Show In Paris
Katie Holmes attended Zimmermann's fall 2025 show held on Sunday during Paris Fashion Week. The 'Batman Begins' star sat front row in a pair of gilded sandal heels hailing from Zimmermann's spring 2024 collection. Currently retailing for $725, the delicate Orchid style features statement-making metallic gold leather uppers accompanied by open square toes and intersecting thin straps that travel up the foot and around the ankles, kept in place with gold adjustable buckle closures. More from Footwear News Victoria and David Beckham's Daughter Harper Wears Cushy Slides for Mom's Fall 2025 Show In Paris Katie Holmes Takes a Jaunt in New York Wearing Ecco Biom 2.2 Sneaker Blooming gold orchid accents adorn the front of the shoes in clusters, imparting a dainty and whimsical quality. Finally, 3.3-inch sculptural stiletto heels round out the set, offering a subtle and walkable boost. Holmes' footwear pick is currently available in a range of sizing options on the designer brand's website. Accompanying her floral footwear, the 'First Daughter' actress sported a butter yellow oversized jacket that sat off the shoulders, layered over a brown top of some kind. On the bottom, Holmes sported equally baggy cargo pants with gold accents and turtleshell buttons. On the accessories front, the thespian toted a brown leather bucket bag partnered with gold jewelry. Holmes is best known for her classic 'everywoman' style, often re-wearing beloved pieces year-round. On the footwear front, the 'All We Had' director keeps her selections classic with Veja and Adidas sneakers, Gucci loafers, ballet flats and Bottega Veneta mules. Holmes is particularly fond of Adidas' Samba style, having been spotted in the on-trend silhouette on numerous occasions. Beyond her sharp off-duty shoes, Holmes' ties to the fashion industry have also earned her an Olay brand ambassador title. The thespian has also starred in campaigns for Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Miu Miu and Ann Taylor. Adding to her impressive fashion resume, Holmes was also the co-founder of the fashion line Holmes & Yang, which she launched with her then-stylist Jeanne Yang, from 2011 to 2014. Katie Holmes' Red Carpet Shoe Style Through the Years [Photos] View Gallery28 Images Launch Gallery: Katie Holmes' Red Carpet Shoe Style Through the Years [Photos] Best of Footwear News Zoe Saldaña's Shoe Style Through the Years [PHOTOS] Mikey Madison's Elegant Red Carpet Shoe Style [PHOTOS] Kamala Harris' Best Footwear Moments Through the Years [PHOTOS]
