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Printablepurpleunderground said: I am still hoping Prince will win an Oscar FOR ACTING. That would be like pulling a rabbit out of his hat. The right project would have to present itself. For instance, a while back there was talk of him making a movie about blues guitarist Robert Johnson. (Anyone see the "Crossroads" movie from the 80's?) I think this type of movie project would be ideal for several reasons:
- It would display Prince as a phenominal guitarist. - Be a period piece that is in the style of "Color Purple," "Fried Green Tomatoes," and the recent Oprah-produced made-for-TV movie "Their Eyes Were Watching God." - Prince is ideal in stature (size) for the role... and, even at almost 50, he could still pull-off Johnson's appearance. Another cool role that would suit him would be to play Jimi Hendrix. If Jimi's estate ever decides to give the okay on such a project(movie) which is unlikley. They have axed possible movies before and most recently with Will Smith wanting to play Jimi. God forbid, If I were his estate, I would of axed the project too. Will Smith....? Geeeeez! Prince would suit this role to a tee and wouldn't need any overdubes to do it. He could play it live kinda like Val Kilmer did in the Doors movie (as jim m.) It would be awesome!! - Prince can show audiences he can play more than just himself in front of the camera by actually having the opportunity to ACT. - The musical genre may not be popular (with the exceptions of "Moulan Rouge" and "Chicago") but a dramatic spin with musical elements cries out to be Oscar worthy. - Think of the acoustic soundtrack we would get from such a film... another category to steal come award season! - Someone else, such as Spileberg or Ms. Winfrey herself, should produce or direct the film. (Not Prince!) Surround him with a supporting cast of brilliant actors... tell the story in a unique way... and let Prince play the blues and convey the story to the audience. As for MAJOR surprises, Prince has had a terrific year. The Top tour, money-making strategies, numerous public appearances (making-up for all the years he was absent), and awards and honors galore! To make a movie and receive kudos for it -- some 20 years after "Purple Rain" -- would truly be a deserving surprise. | |
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Mrok said: purpleunderground said: I am still hoping Prince will win an Oscar FOR ACTING. That would be like pulling a rabbit out of his hat. The right project would have to present itself. For instance, a while back there was talk of him making a movie about blues guitarist Robert Johnson. (Anyone see the "Crossroads" movie from the 80's?) I think this type of movie project would be ideal for several reasons:
- It would display Prince as a phenominal guitarist. - Be a period piece that is in the style of "Color Purple," "Fried Green Tomatoes," and the recent Oprah-produced made-for-TV movie "Their Eyes Were Watching God." - Prince is ideal in stature (size) for the role... and, even at almost 50, he could still pull-off Johnson's appearance. Another cool role that would suit him would be to play Jimi Hendrix. If Jimi's estate ever decides to give the okay on such a project(movie) which is unlikley. They have axed possible movies before and most recently with Will Smith wanting to play Jimi. God forbid, If I were his estate, I would of axed the project too. Will Smith....? Geeeeez! Prince would suit this role to a tee and wouldn't need any overdubes to do it. He could play it live kinda like Val Kilmer did in the Doors movie (as jim m.) It would be awesome!! - Prince can show audiences he can play more than just himself in front of the camera by actually having the opportunity to ACT. - The musical genre may not be popular (with the exceptions of "Moulan Rouge" and "Chicago") but a dramatic spin with musical elements cries out to be Oscar worthy. - Think of the acoustic soundtrack we would get from such a film... another category to steal come award season! - Someone else, such as Spileberg or Ms. Winfrey herself, should produce or direct the film. (Not Prince!) Surround him with a supporting cast of brilliant actors... tell the story in a unique way... and let Prince play the blues and convey the story to the audience. As for MAJOR surprises, Prince has had a terrific year. The Top tour, money-making strategies, numerous public appearances (making-up for all the years he was absent), and awards and honors galore! To make a movie and receive kudos for it -- some 20 years after "Purple Rain" -- would truly be a deserving surprise. sorry, messed up my last post... Another cool role that would suit him would be to play Jimi Hendrix. If Jimi's estate ever decides to give the okay on such a project(movie) which is unlikley. They have axed possible movies before and most recently with Will Smith wanting to play Jimi. God forbid, If I were his estate, I would of axed the project too. Will Smith....? Geeeeez! Prince would suit this role to a tee and wouldn't need any overdubes to do it. He could play it live kinda like Val Kilmer did in the Doors movie (as jim m.) It would be awesome!! | |
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