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The actor who auditioned for 'Star Wars' completely drunk (and didn't get the role, of course)

Ray Winstone, known for his role in Black Widow, recently revealed that he auditioned for the role of Padmé Amidala’s father in the iconic Star Wars saga. However, the experience was not what he expected. During a conversation with the media outlet Far Out, the actor admitted that he arrived at the audition in a less than favorable state. In other words, drunk. Star Piripi Winstone explained that his night before the audition extended longer than usual, resulting in a performance that, in his own words, “did not go well.” Although no details were specified […]

Ray Winstone, known for his role in Black Widow, recently revealed that he auditioned for the role of Padmé Amidala’s father in the iconic saga of Star Wars. However, the experience was not what he expected. During a conversation with the media outlet Far Out, the actor admitted that he arrived at the audition in a less than favorable state. In other words, drunk.

Star Piripi

Winstone explained that his night before the audition lasted longer than usual, which resulted in a performance that, in his own words, “did not go well.” Although no details were specified about the producers’ reaction or the impact on his career, it is evident that his state did not help in his attempt to land the coveted role.

Such revelations are not unusual in the world of cinema, where the pressure and notoriety of auditioning for iconic roles can lead to unfortunate decisions. In the case of Star Wars, a universe where renowned artists strive to land memorable roles, Winstone joins a list of hopefuls who, for various reasons, did not manage to land the desired role.

Star Wars fans often marvel at the behind-the-scenes stories related to the casting of the saga. Winstone, known for his versatility and talent, certainly brought to his auditions a unique mix of experience and, on this particular occasion, a bit of recklessness. Although the actor did not become part of the Star Wars universe, his anecdote reflects the ups and downs of the journey to fame in Hollywood.

Marvel recorded all the scenes with one of the actors from Black Widow, and he ended up completely fed up

British actor Ray Winstone, known for his prominent role in “The Departed,” was awarded the prestigious honorary Heart of Sarajevo award during the Sarajevo Film Festival. This recognition is given for his exceptional contribution to the art of cinema and underscores a career that spans several decades in the film industry. “Black Widow? I see it black.” Winstone was present at the festival not only to receive the award but also to participate in a dialogue about his career and the transformations he has observed in the industry over the years. In an intimate talk, […]

The British actor Ray Winstone, known for his prominent role in “The Departed,” was awarded the prestigious honorary Heart of Sarajevo award during the Sarajevo Film Festival. This recognition is given for his exceptional contribution to the art of cinema and highlights a career that spans several decades in the film industry.

Black Widow? I see it black

Winstone was present at the festival not only to receive the award but also to participate in a dialogue about his career and the transformations he has observed in the industry over the years. In an intimate talk, the actor shared anecdotes about his professional life and reflected on the impact of technology on cinema, as well as the changes in narrative and cinematic aesthetics that have emerged over time.

In one of them, she talked about her experience filming Black Widow, which she was originally passionate about. Her character, the villain of the movie, “was like a pedophile running around these girls, and then they became black widows. They used to applaud us on set, and it was probably the best thing I had done in a while”.

Until, inevitably, the reshoots arrived… For all of their scenes. “I thought ‘I’m not doing it now. I’ve already done it. This is how it’s going to be.’ They rejected me, you know? There’s nothing worse than doing something, giving it your all, and being told that it’s not good enough.” Marvel stuff, indeed.

During the conversation, Winstone highlighted how the arrival of streaming platforms has changed the way cinematic content is produced and consumed, allowing new voices and niches to be heard. However, he also warned about the need to stay true to the fundamental values of cinema, which, according to him, still involve telling authentic stories and moving the audience.