As a gamer who has witnessed the evolution of Ben Stiller‘s career, I must say that his return to acting is like a long-awaited level unlock after years of navigating the directorial world. It’s refreshing to see him back on the big screen, especially in a role as unique and challenging as a narcissistic workaholic real estate developer in “Nutcrackers.”
Throughout the late ’90s and the 2000s, Ben Stiller ruled the big screen with his knack for comedy. His standout films such as “Zoolander” and “Dodgeball” saw him metamorphosing into eccentric characters, while his self-deprecating humor in “Meet the Parents” and “There’s Something About Mary” made him endearing to audiences. Following a gap of seven years without a leading role, the Emmy Award-winning actor is back on screen for his new film “Nutcrackers”, providing an engaging reason for his break from acting
It’s been quite some time since we last saw Ben Stiller delivering hilarious performances or touching emotional scenes on the silver screen. His most recent leading role was a physical brawl with Adam Sandler in Netflix’s “The Meyerowitz Stories,” where they played estranged adult siblings reuniting to honor their father’s work in New York City. Since then, he has made brief appearances in films such as the dark comedy “Greed,” the documentary “Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics,” and the romantic comedy “Bros.” In his first starring role in seven years, Stiller explains to Variety why he chose to take an extended break from acting
I didn’t expect my absence from acting to last this long, but it happened unintentionally as events unfolded
Ben Stiller is discussing his shift from a distinguished actor to an accomplished director. Although he initially dabbled in directing with the ’90s romantic comedy-drama “Reality Bites,” Stiller has since taken on more responsibilities behind the camera for projects such as the 2018 miniseries “Escape at Dannemora” and the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ series, “Severance.” This work in the director’s chair has earned him recognition with nominations for his direction at the Emmys, the Directors Guild of America, and the Hollywood Critics Association
However, due to unforeseen circumstances like the 2023 WGA Writers Strike halting the progress of Severance‘s second season, Ben Stiller found himself with an unexpected free schedule, which allowed him to accept a new leading role
This film took place during a unique period when there was no other option for me to attend. If it had been a few months earlier or later, I wouldn’t have managed it
The film, titled “Nutcrackers,” seems almost as if it was destined for success. Scheduled to debut this year at the Toronto International Film Festival, it stars Ben Stiller as a self-centered, workaholic real estate developer who finds himself responsible for raising his four nephews following their parents’ demise. David Gordon Green, known for “The Exorcist: Believer,” directs this indie comedy-drama. The film is set on an Ohio farm, where Stiller, also known for “Night at the Museum,” will find himself acting alongside a diverse menagerie of farm animals
In the production of “Nutcrackers,” Ben Stiller focused on managing the Janson Brothers, who were new to film sets, as his character portrayed a difficult personality towards them. This dedication to maintaining a positive rapport with the young actors is heartwarming and demonstrates that even after his role in “Tropic Thunder,” the director within Ben Stiller remains compassionate
For seven years now, Ben Stiller has been directing films, but he’s recently chosen to step back in front of the camera for the upcoming film Nutcrackers. The production of Severance‘s second season is currently on pause, allowing this opportunity. It was surprising to Stiller that it had been so long since he last acted in a movie, but hopefully, this means we’ll see more acting roles from the Greenberg star in the future. The premiere of Nutcrackers at TIFF is scheduled for September 5th, so keep an eye on our 2024 movie releases to find out when it eventually hits theaters
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2024-09-04 20:17