Great video as always. Here’s one of my favorites. Soon after Tom Selleck shot the pilot of Magnum P.I. he was offered a movie role but CBS would let him do it. That role was Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Glad you enjoyed it! Yup, that's a wild one. I think Harrison Ford would'e been a big star without Indiana Jones, but it really cemented his icon status.
When I met Harrison '72, he was hoping to put food on the table, by tellin' folks he knew what a good cup of coffee was, Chasing Commercials, but had only had one in past 18 months!! I said 'Eff that', & Carpentry azz-well! He was doing remod on Cousin's home in Santa Monica, w/o back-up project, fallin' behind w/lectric, to be shut off on his home, when Cous sent for me in Mich. Jetted out there, sanded entire project with him, & he had six days to apply finish! When Cous, Hubby, & myself returned, they had a Brand New Home! It was so perfect, 1st time in Cous's life she cried...& just couldn't stop! Her Hubby Al, read tent note from 'em, which said wanted pictures, so Hubby vowed we'd get him a set w/Rolli Flex Camera! I flew for film, Cous & Al prepped home for shoot, & I shot entire roll w/o Tripod, but they came out Aces!! We had just viewed Photos, when Harry Ding-Donged us, had Wife's 35mm strapped around neck, inquiring about pictures. Cous made him wait a bit, because after all, he'd made her cry! Out to his Panel, and quick back to door, it was Harry again! He said in comparison, his Acting Portfolio Photos, looked like Doggie Doo, could we take new ones for him? Lucky, both he & Al same size, height, wt, build, etc & soon Harrison was Carpenter, Soldier, Cowboy, Exec, Naval Ofcr, Golfer, On Safari, Yachtsman, Bettor at Track, Fisherman, & to get Mr. Lucas's Eye, Harry was a Gear-Head in pinstripe Mechanics' Coveralls workin' on a car....., so in few days, Harry really was, Bob Falfa in George Lucas film, American Graffiti, not too distant from Star Wars!! Wasn't that lucky!!! Betcha, you've never seen truth like above in your "Way Off The Cliff Notes", Buddy, and wondered why in the hell, in early interviews, he always mentioned, it's important to do good work! I wonder where on Earth he'd ever gotten a silly idea like that?? Only reason commented, is fact, have no idea how to contact Harry now! Bite is, I'm Principal in True-Life Oscar Quality Tale, where Jetliner Capt, saved 155/155, where NTSB's opinion was, there wasn't opportunity to even save one!! I was the Ahole State Hwy Wkr in Orange Pickup, that alerted Capt to danger, that NTSB claimed initially did not exist, to back up their opinion, but Reopened Investigation straightened it out, so where the hell is Harry??
Smith also passed on it because they wouldn't hire Jada Pinkett as Trinity. He admits now that he would've been the wrong choice. He wouldn't have played Neo the way Keanu did, which was very understated. The movies would've been quite different. He says he didn't see Neo that way at all. That his vision for Neo would've probably ruined the movie. He also had story change ideas that the Wachowskis weren't amenable to. He also said Keanu was the right choice for the role. It just worked.
True, I was thinking of Time Bandits. Also funny, he didn't understand LotR and The Matrix but for some reason does end up in Zardoz. I mean how do you explain that? 😂
I could be convinced otherwise. I've mostly associated Connery with more action, more serious, almost Christopher Lee-ish type roles. He has his moments in other films, but I also think those kind of roles suit him. I'm not so sure he could've done Dumbledore or Gandalf better than Harris or McKellen, but I could've seen him as Count Dooku (even though I think Lee nailed that part).
Clooney being allergic to opiates on top of the chronic pain is tragic. As someone who's dealt with chronic pain and had to use opiates ( as horrible as the addiction. experience is) trying to manage a tense pain without them is worse
I believe that one of the reasons Connery turned down LOTR was because he didnt want to spend 18 months shooting in New Zealand. I really want to believe that that was actually the biggest reason he turned it down. I mean what is there to understand other than LOTR is a hugely popular literary classic loved around the world. Surely Connery understood the box office potential of the movies. But when you're already rich, inconveniences like difficult 18 month shoots might be a unappealing no matter the money. Much like Eastwood turning down Apocalypse Now. Of course the Apocalypse Now shoot turned out to be much harder but the LOTR shoot was no picnic either.
That's what I've heard from somewhere too about Connery and LOTR. Quite a bit of actors did want to work with Coppola, but did not want to leave Hollywood to film "Apocalypse Now" and that's reasonable thing.
To be honest, I'm glad all these turn downs happened, all these movies are way better the as they are even if those other actors are amazing. As Clint said, for somebody, but not me.
I think we're along the same line. The movies could've been different, but not necessarily better. I think most of the roles were well played by the actors chosen, and the only one that I could REALLY see an equivalent for is if Clint Eastwood played K in Men in Black - but even then, I don't think he could've pulled off Tommy Lee Jones laconic humor. (like how TLJ says "Whatever you say, slick" in the first one).
You popped into my feed one day and have consistently produced incredibly interesting and well put together videos. Most other creators these would be a listicle type video. I appreciate the effort. This channel will blow up in no time!
Re: James Bond, I grew up with Roger Moore, who was perfect for 10 year olds (my age when Moonraker came out. I saw it a bunch of times in the theater.) but no adult man thinks Moore is the best Bond. Your theory is wrong.
It's interesting as he was much more discerning early on in his career. But in the 2010s, he started running into financial issue, which is why he took on roles in movies that aren't particularly good. He even said that he did Jack & Jill because he was almost broke.
@@Syntopikon Yes, that's sad. Remember how we all treasured long-awaited confrontation of De Niro & Pacino in "Heat" and it was so great and then after ten years or so there was another team up which was just so dull and uninspired - "A Righteous Kill" was it called?
I stand by it. I know a lot of people like it, and some consider Prisoner of Azkaban to be their favorite, but I don't think it comes near Richard Harris. Gambon is more, for lack of a better word, energetic, than Harris, but the latter feels more Dumbledore-y.
@stdamonsbeard ...yes. it was written for children to be able to read and understand it, that isn't a criticism. It's a straight forward and well written story so the idea that he couldn't understand it is funny.
Really like your videos, mate. Dont take this wrong, but your ennunciation I find quite unintelligible sometimes. It's as if you have mouth half full of water. Just a friendly feedback, bro
Great video as always. Here’s one of my favorites. Soon after Tom Selleck shot the pilot of Magnum P.I. he was offered a movie role but CBS would let him do it. That role was Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Glad you enjoyed it! Yup, that's a wild one. I think Harrison Ford would'e been a big star without Indiana Jones, but it really cemented his icon status.
I may not be able to see the future but i know this channels future is very bright. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for the kind words - it means quite a lot!
100% agree!
When I met Harrison '72, he was hoping to put food on the table, by tellin' folks he knew what a good cup of coffee was, Chasing Commercials, but had only had one in past 18 months!! I said 'Eff that', & Carpentry azz-well! He was doing remod on Cousin's home in Santa Monica, w/o back-up project, fallin' behind w/lectric, to be shut off on his home, when Cous sent for me in Mich. Jetted out there, sanded entire project with him, & he had six days to apply finish! When Cous, Hubby, & myself returned, they had a Brand New Home! It was so perfect, 1st time in Cous's life she cried...& just couldn't stop! Her Hubby Al, read tent note from 'em, which said wanted pictures, so Hubby vowed we'd get him a set w/Rolli Flex Camera! I flew for film, Cous & Al prepped home for shoot, & I shot entire roll w/o Tripod, but they came out Aces!! We had just viewed Photos, when Harry Ding-Donged us, had Wife's 35mm strapped around neck, inquiring about pictures. Cous made him wait a bit, because after all, he'd made her cry! Out to his Panel, and quick back to door, it was Harry again! He said in comparison, his Acting Portfolio Photos, looked like Doggie Doo, could we take new ones for him? Lucky, both he & Al same size, height, wt, build, etc & soon Harrison was Carpenter, Soldier, Cowboy, Exec, Naval Ofcr, Golfer, On Safari, Yachtsman, Bettor at Track, Fisherman, & to get Mr. Lucas's Eye, Harry was a Gear-Head in pinstripe Mechanics' Coveralls workin' on a car....., so in few days, Harry really was, Bob Falfa in George Lucas film, American Graffiti, not too distant from Star Wars!! Wasn't that lucky!!!
Betcha, you've never seen truth like above in your "Way Off The Cliff Notes", Buddy, and wondered why in the hell, in early interviews, he always mentioned, it's important to do good work! I wonder where on Earth he'd ever gotten a silly idea like that??
Only reason commented, is fact, have no idea how to contact Harry now! Bite is, I'm Principal in True-Life Oscar Quality Tale, where Jetliner Capt, saved 155/155, where NTSB's opinion was, there wasn't opportunity to even save one!! I was the Ahole State Hwy Wkr in Orange Pickup, that alerted Capt to danger, that NTSB claimed initially did not exist, to back up their opinion, but Reopened Investigation straightened it out, so where the hell is Harry??
Ive been subbed for momths! Love your presentation, its very calming and not overly dramatic or saturated with high octane edits. Stay well!
Smith also passed on it because they wouldn't hire Jada Pinkett as Trinity. He admits now that he would've been the wrong choice. He wouldn't have played Neo the way Keanu did, which was very understated. The movies would've been quite different. He says he didn't see Neo that way at all. That his vision for Neo would've probably ruined the movie. He also had story change ideas that the Wachowskis weren't amenable to. He also said Keanu was the right choice for the role. It just worked.
I disagree with your assessment of Sean Connery, I think in Last Crusade he is able to bring a twinkle to the role
True, I was thinking of Time Bandits.
Also funny, he didn't understand LotR and The Matrix but for some reason does end up in Zardoz.
I mean how do you explain that? 😂
I could be convinced otherwise. I've mostly associated Connery with more action, more serious, almost Christopher Lee-ish type roles. He has his moments in other films, but I also think those kind of roles suit him. I'm not so sure he could've done Dumbledore or Gandalf better than Harris or McKellen, but I could've seen him as Count Dooku (even though I think Lee nailed that part).
Di Caprio is also famous for turning down Boggie Nights for Titanic..
Good choice.
Clooney being allergic to opiates on top of the chronic pain is tragic. As someone who's dealt with chronic pain and had to use opiates ( as horrible as the addiction. experience is) trying to manage a tense pain without them is worse
This is one of those things that I can’t imagine. I’m sorry to hear it. Hope you’re doing better now.
I believe that one of the reasons Connery turned down LOTR was because he didnt want to spend 18 months shooting in New Zealand. I really want to believe that that was actually the biggest reason he turned it down. I mean what is there to understand other than LOTR is a hugely popular literary classic loved around the world. Surely Connery understood the box office potential of the movies. But when you're already rich, inconveniences like difficult 18 month shoots might be a unappealing no matter the money. Much like Eastwood turning down Apocalypse Now. Of course the Apocalypse Now shoot turned out to be much harder but the LOTR shoot was no picnic either.
That's what I've heard from somewhere too about Connery and LOTR. Quite a bit of actors did want to work with Coppola, but did not want to leave Hollywood to film "Apocalypse Now" and that's reasonable thing.
To be honest, I'm glad all these turn downs happened, all these movies are way better the as they are even if those other actors are amazing. As Clint said, for somebody, but not me.
I think we're along the same line. The movies could've been different, but not necessarily better. I think most of the roles were well played by the actors chosen, and the only one that I could REALLY see an equivalent for is if Clint Eastwood played K in Men in Black - but even then, I don't think he could've pulled off Tommy Lee Jones laconic humor. (like how TLJ says "Whatever you say, slick" in the first one).
@Syntopikon 👌🏼👌🏼
You popped into my feed one day and have consistently produced incredibly interesting and well put together videos. Most other creators these would be a listicle type video. I appreciate the effort. This channel will blow up in no time!
I'm glad you enjoy the videos, and I seriously appreciate the kind words!
Re: James Bond, I grew up with Roger Moore, who was perfect for 10 year olds (my age when Moonraker came out. I saw it a bunch of times in the theater.) but no adult man thinks Moore is the best Bond. Your theory is wrong.
I’m almost certain they exist.
Damon passed on Manchester by the sea and Casey Affleck won the oscar for the role. Damon did The Great Wall and it flopped⚡
Al Pacino has rejected quite a few famous roles
It's interesting as he was much more discerning early on in his career. But in the 2010s, he started running into financial issue, which is why he took on roles in movies that aren't particularly good. He even said that he did Jack & Jill because he was almost broke.
@@Syntopikon Yes, that's sad. Remember how we all treasured long-awaited confrontation of De Niro & Pacino in "Heat" and it was so great and then after ten years or so there was another team up which was just so dull and uninspired - "A Righteous Kill" was it called?
"well do ya , punk?" Would have had a different impact when said by a guy wearing a bright blue suit with red underpants.
Will Smith turned down Django cause he didnt feel like the star of the film
Someone has to make an AI version of Will Smith in the Matrix. I would pay good money to see that alternate history
I get the feeling that this is going to be one of the cases for video AI: people putting their favorite actors into a movie they want to see them in.
Scorching hot Michael gambon take good lord
I stand by it. I know a lot of people like it, and some consider Prisoner of Azkaban to be their favorite, but I don't think it comes near Richard Harris. Gambon is more, for lack of a better word, energetic, than Harris, but the latter feels more Dumbledore-y.
We won't stand for any Michael Gambon Dumbledore cheap shots!
I stand by it 😤
"Didn't understand the story" it's a children's book story.
You think the LOTR is a children’s story?
@stdamonsbeard ...yes. it was written for children to be able to read and understand it, that isn't a criticism. It's a straight forward and well written story so the idea that he couldn't understand it is funny.
Really like your videos, mate. Dont take this wrong, but your ennunciation I find quite unintelligible sometimes. It's as if you have mouth half full of water. Just a friendly feedback, bro
I'm sorry. But you desperately need to get a new narrator. This guy has a very annoying voice.
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Complete disagree. The dudes voice is super relaxing and nice to listen to. Keep doing what you’re doing Syntopikon👍
@bush-ee He sounds like an alien that learned how to speak English.