Keaton on Close: 'She's Seriously Strong!'

Director Ron Howard recently shared behind-the-scenes details from his 1994 film, "The Paper." The movie, which depicted a hectic 24 hours in a New York City newspaper office, featured a memorable and intense fight scene between actors Michael Keaton and Glenn Close.

Keaton, portraying reporter Henry Hackett, experienced the scene's intensity firsthand. He privately approached Howard, suggesting a reduction in the number of takes due to Close's full-throttle commitment. Howard recounted Keaton's comment about Close being "seriously strong."

Howard also revealed a significant note he gave the screenwriters: he suggested casting Glenn Close in a role originally written for a male character. The director felt Close could embody the part without altering her attitude, behavior, or lines, highlighting her powerful screen presence.

Reflecting on his collaborations, Howard expressed a desire to work with Keaton again. He noted it had been too long since their last movie together and hoped to rectify that soon.