"Number One Silhouette" wrote an article some time ago that "hollywood's 2 best male actors have never acted in a bad movie!" The two only cooperate once to get the movie emperor! ", telling the story of "Tom Hanks, Danze Washington" two legendary film emperors. While getting unanimous approval, many people have written to me privately, suggesting that I write "Al Pacino, Robert de Nile."
"Al Pacino" (left) "Robert De Nile" (right)
Indeed, if "Tom Hanks" and "Danze Washington" are the "brothers and leaders" of contemporary Hollywood.
"Tom Hanks" (left) "Danzer Washington" (right)
Well, "Al Pacino" and "Robert De Nile" are the "godfathers" of contemporary Hollywood!
A generation of godfathers: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro
It's not that "Al Pacino" and "Robert De Niro" are better than "Tom Hanks" and "Denza Washington." This is just Hollywood's normal "change of times, acting heritage"
It's like in 1972, when the 32-year-old "Al Pacino" first starred in "The Godfather", he was nervous and overwhelmed when he met the "Hollywood god" Marlon Brando.
The young Al Pacino in The Godfather, and the mighty Marlon Brando
It can only be said that there are talented people in the Jiangshan generation! Each has led the way for hundreds of years! Now the baton of the Hollywood era has passed into the hands of "Tom Hanks" and "Danzer Washington", and that's all.
"Al Pacino" and "Robert de Niro", writing about these two legends, I always have a lot of respect.
But at the same time, there is a hint of doubt: in the current era of entertainment explosion, will anyone remember them?
After all, the years are merciless, and even the former "godfather" will decline in response to the situation! Just like the "Irishman" that the two godfathers collaborated on for the fourth time in 2019, the old wine is fragrant, but it is rarely appreciated. It's not that the audience doesn't love it, it's just that the times are too fast!
The old partners in the new film "The Irishman" reunite
Today, "Number One Silhouette" has the audacity to write about two "Godfathers of Hollywood"—"Al Pacino" and "Robert De Niro."
Although, the times have long passed, things are not people. They are no longer the "godfathers of traffic." Even if no one knows them, even if no one remembers them, even if no one reads what is written... I'm all going to write! ......
Given the length of the content, The Number One Silhouette is scheduled to be updated in two installments.
Today, let's talk about "Al Pacino"!
The Godfather – "Al Pacino"
Italian-American Al Pacino, born in New York, is based in the beautiful "Sicily", yes, the location of the movie "The Beautiful Legend of Sicily".
When he was a child, Pacino, in school, was extremely disgusted with learning, but he had a strong interest in "theatrical performance", and he always repeatedly imitated the plot and dialogue in the movie, and enjoyed it.
In 1954, at the age of 15, Pacino, following the call of the "love of performance" nature, was admitted to the Manhattan School of Performing Arts, and although he experienced twists and turns such as family changes, he also embarked on a career in theater performance!
"Al Pacino" who is new to the performing arts
After 15 years of stage performance experience, the 30-year-old Pacino finally completed his big-screen debut "Poison Sea Mandarin Duck".
It is also with the superb performance of "Poison Sea Mandarin Duck" that Pacino knocked on the door of "The Godfather"!
"Al Pacino" in "Poison sea mandarin duck" gives people a glimpse of his acting skills
Pacino was appreciated by the big director "Coppola" (Nicolas Cage's uncle) who was preparing to make "The Godfather" at the time, and recommended that Pacino play the role of "Corleone"! But the producers initially refused, after all, Pacino was still a newcomer to Hollywood. But Director Coppola identified Pacino as Corleone in The Godfather! No way, the producers had to compromise with the director, which eventually led to Pacino's "Godfather" debut!
"The Godfather" director Coppola is the leader of "Al Pacino"
"Al. Pacino "also lived up to Coppola's high hopes, receiving an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his wonderful performance in "The Godfather."
The restrained acting skills of "Al Pacino" in "The Godfather"
It is worth mentioning that Pacino's "godfather amazing debut" also made the producer "Paramount", who did not recognize him, overjoyed and had great confidence in Pacino! In 1973, Paramount invited the 33-year-old Pacino to reprise the role of Michael Corleone in "The Godfather 2" with a high salary.
And after the Experience of The Godfather 2, Al. Whether in the play or outside the play, Pacino no longer needs the protection of the "Marlon Brando Generation Godfather", but truly grows into the "Second Generation Godfather"! Successfully completed the "Godfather of Hollywood" heritage!
After "The Godfather 2", after this stop, he successfully succeeded to the throne of "The Godfather"
The 70s "Al. Pacino", as if hanging! He was nominated for the Oscar for Best Actor or Best Supporting Actor for four consecutive years for four films, "The Godfather", "The Godfather 2" and "Hot Day Afternoon". Although there is no final award, the acting skills have been widely recognized. Being able to nominate is already an affirmation of his profession! It's only a matter of time before the award is won. (It seems that Hollywood also has a tradition of "seniority ranking", think of Leonardo, the "little plum" who has been running for many years.) DiCaprio, how similar to Pacino's encounter)
"Al Pacino" in "Hot Afternoon" performance, 4 consecutive Oscar nominations
At this time, Pacino's only regret is that his mother did not wait for his fame and passed away. In the end, he also failed to get the approval and support of his mother.
In the 1980s, Al Pacino was 40 years old, which should have been the most brilliant age for an actor, but the ghost knew what happened to Pacino. During this period, only "Justice" and "Scarface Star" strongly supported the façade, and Pacino's acting career began to plummet and enter a trough. In 1985, after experiencing a bloody loss in "Revolution", Pacino chose to stop the film!
"Justice Done" (left) "Scarface Star" (right)
But Pacino didn't leave his beloved career of "theatrical performance" and returned to stage performance. Perhaps, letting the impetuous heart slowly calm down under the washing of time is Pacino's best choice. Pacino was accompanied only by his beloved Shakespeare at this stage. ”
Four years after his absence, Pacino returned with a series of good films such as Midnight Horror (1989), The Godfather 3 (1990) and Supreme Detective (1990). And with his performance in "Supreme Detective", he was nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor, but he still did not have a chance with the Oscar!
From left to right: Midnight Horror, The Godfather 3, Supreme Detective
But soon, in 1993, Al Pacino finally won the Best Actor Award at the 65th Academy Awards for his outstanding performance in "Smelling Women"! and the 50th Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in a Drama Series! Achieve two Oscars and Golden Globes!
The interpretation of Pacino's amazing four-seater in "Smelling the Woman"!
At the age of 53, Al Pacino had a full 20 years from the first nomination for "The Godfather" in 1973 to the nomination for "Smelling Women" in 1993! He has been nominated for an Oscar 7 times, but none of them have won the award! Now, finally, I canonize my wish!
At the Oscars, shy Pacino
When Pacino finally stood on the Oscars stage, he scratched his head with his hands and smiled childlike shyly at the audience, and before he could speak, the stars in the audience all stood up and applauded to congratulate Pacino! On the other hand, Pacino's award is also revealed – convincing and highly anticipated!
Ended with years of running, excited Pacino
Pacino said shyly, "Thank you for ending my many years of running career!"
Check out Al Pacino's 20 years of Oscar running experience:
1973 45th Best Supporting Actor Nominated for The Godfather
1974 46th Best Actor Conflict Nominated
1975 47th Best Actor Nominated for The Godfather 2
1976 48th Best Actor Nominated for Hot Day Afternoon
1980 52nd Best Actor Nomination for Justice
1991 63rd Best Supporting Actor Nominated for Supreme Detective
1993 65th Best Supporting Actor Nominated for "The Gold Worshipper"
1993 65th Best Actor "Smell the Fragrance of a Woman" [Award]
Since then, after the first world war, whether it is a fan or Pacino himself, it seems that the heart that has been hanging can finally relax.
Yes, Al Pacino, who is nearly a year old, should relax and live purely for the "theatrical performance" he loves. So Pacino began to try to direct his favorite "Shakespeare", and in 1996, he directed the emotional work "Looking for Richard".
Pacino's Self-Directed Search for Richard
Subsequently, Al Pacino launched the "Bring the New with the Old" and "Buy One Get One Free" activities! With the new generation of Hollywood students, we have cooperated with a number of word-of-mouth masterpieces! These include: "Stereoscopic Lies" by "John Cusack", "The Faithful" by "Johnny Depp", and "Devil's Middleman" with "Keanu Reeves"!
From left to right: "Three-dimensional Lies", "Loyal Traitor", "Devil's Middleman"
In addition, on the way forward for Al Pacino, how can it be less than another legendary superstar "Robert De Niro". The two superstars, following "The Godfather 2" and "The Line of Fire", have successively cooperated in "Justice Killing" and "The Irishman", contributing a series of classics to fans. After all, it is still possible to see two legendary characters playing together, which is a happy existence for fans.
Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, "Just Killing" (left) "The Irishman" (right)
Awards received by Al Pacino in the new century
In 2003, he participated in the HBO series "Angels in America", leading the way and winning the 61st Golden Globe Awards! 56th Emmy Award for Best Actor in a Television Series!
In 2007, Al Pacino received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Film Institute.
In 2012, Al Pacino was awarded the National Medal of The Arts by U.S. President Barack Obama at the White House.
In 2019, co-starring in "The Irishman" with "Robert De Niro", "Al Pacino" was nominated for the 92nd Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2020.
In January 2020, he received the NBR Logo Award at the 91st National Critics Association Awards.
Various awards from Al Pacino
A series of awards and recognitions seem to tell the story of "a generation of superstars", "the godfather of Hollywood" - "Al. Pacino" saga.
Today, Al. Pacino is 80 years old and still willing to act. I believe that Pacino's film choice at this time has nothing to do with awards, no matter about ratings, no matter about fame and fortune... Has returned to its purest form – "The love of acting!" ”
"Al Pacino" who sees acting as life
For fans who like him, there are Al Pacino's films, watch one less, and cherish it!
Writing this article is more like a personal tribute to the old man "Al Pacino"! As I said earlier: even if today's young people have no one to know him, no one remembers him, even if no one reads what is written... I'm going to write too! ......
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