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Portman: Early Star Wars Reviews Fueled My Drive
26 Oct
Summary
- Portman revealed negative reviews for Star Wars motivated her career.
- She was a teenager when she filmed the first prequel.
- Portman will star in 'The Gallerist' on December 4th.
Actress Natalie Portman reflected on the critical reception of her early film work, specifically George Lucas' Star Wars prequels. She was a teenager when she starred as Padme Amidala, recalling that despite the films' significant financial success, they were heavily criticized upon release.
Portman disclosed in a recent interview that reviews calling the cast untalented and lamenting the perceived ruin of the franchise were initially difficult. However, she viewed these negative comments as a powerful motivator. This experience taught her to persevere and demonstrate her capabilities through subsequent performances.
Her resilience paid off, as Portman went on to star in critically acclaimed films like 'Garden State' and 'V for Vendetta.' She earned an Oscar in 2011 for her performance in 'Black Swan,' following a previous nomination for 'Closer.'
Portman's next appearance will be in the dark comedy 'The Gallerist,' set to premiere in theaters on December 4th. In this film, she plays an art gallery owner navigating a morally ambiguous situation at Art Basel Miami.
