As a seasoned movie buff who has witnessed the rise and fall of many Hollywood stars, I must say that it’s truly fascinating to see Will Smith back on top once again. His career trajectory is nothing short of spectacular, with his latest success, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, proving that he’s still got it!
After facing a career slump following his controversial Oscars incident in 2022, the actor has bounced back to claim the number one spot on the US box office charts. His recent success includes the hit sequel “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” and a resurgence of popularity for his 2015 crime thriller, which has reclaimed its position at the top.
Under the guidance of directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, the film titled Focus features Smith alongside the well-known actress from Barbie, who portray con-artist Nicky and inexperienced swindler Jess. In a nutshell, “Focus” tells the story of Nicky teaching Jess the ropes of his craft, leading them to develop a romantic relationship. However, as Jess gets too close for comfort, Nicky ends their affair. Three years later, Nicky is in Buenos Aires executing a risky scheme when, unexpectedly, Jess – now a skilled seductress – reappears. This sudden encounter throws Nicky off balance at a critical moment in his game.”
When Focus debuted in 2015, it garnered a mix of opinions from critics. Praise was given for the convincing chemistry between Smith and Robbie, as well as the stylish appearance of the movie. However, the plot and narrative flow were criticized by many as falling short. Interestingly, both critics and audiences seemed to share this view, making Focus an unusual film that earned a 56% rating on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer and 53% on the Popcornmeter.
The movie titled Focus, despite not being a record-breaking hit, still managed to pull in $158 million at the box office against a production budget of $50 million. Initially, it couldn’t avoid fading into the backdrop of discount bins and secondhand shops. However, its recent appearance on Netflix has given it another chance to shine, resulting in an unforeseen triumph for Will Smith and Margot Robbie.
Will Smith & Margot Robbie Have Crossed Paths Since Focus
Focusing on their careers, Smith and Robbie have achieved significant success. Despite a dip in Smith’s popularity due to recent Oscar controversies, he collaborated with Robbie in 2016 for the comic book movie Suicide Squad, directed by David Ayer. In this film, Smith portrayed Deadshot, while Robbie solidified her role as Harley Quinn. Although Suicide Squad was not critically acclaimed, it opened doors for both actors to secure other prominent roles.
In 2020, Smith assumed the daunting challenge of succeeding Robin Williams as the genie in Disney’s live-action remake of Aladdin, and reprised his previous character, Mike Lowrey, in Bad Boys for Life. He clinched his first Academy Award in 2022 at the Oscars, acknowledging his exceptional performance as Richard Williams in the sports drama King Richard. This year, he revisited the Bad Boys series once more.
During her career, Margot Robbie experienced significant growth following her performance in the film “Focus.” This was further boosted by her roles as Harley Quinn, first in “Suicide Squad” and later in “Birds of Prey” (2020) and James Gunn’s “The Suicide Squad.” She also earned an Oscar nomination for her role in “I, Tonya,” joined the cast of Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” and last year starred as Barbie in Greta Gerwig’s film, breaking box office records. Most recently, it was announced that Robbie will be taking on the lead role in a new adaptation of Emily Bronte’s novel, “Wuthering Heights.
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2024-11-13 05:32