![]() ![]() I had to respect that, because what was being said was incredibly constructive. “We unpicked the film to help him focus on who Bonaparte was. And that kind of happened with ‘Napoleon,’” he said. “With Joaquin, we can rewrite the goddamn film because he’s uncomfortable. “With ‘Napoleon, I think we dug in and found the character, or as close to what he may have been,” Scott added. Scott ended up rewriting the whole “goddamn film” to focus on what Napoleon Bonaparte was like in real life. Joaquin is probably the most special, thoughtful actor I’ve ever worked with.” He made special by constantly questioning. If something bothers him, he’ll let you know. Not deliberately, but out of intuition,” Scott said. “Joaquin is about as far from conventional as you can get. Ridley Scott pivoted the “Napoleon” script during production after seeing Joaquin Phoenix get into character. Image Credit: Patrick McMullan via Getty Image Ridley Scott Rewrote “Napoleon” Due to Joaquin Phoenix’s “Intuition”.The film is said to be clocking in at approximately 150 minutes and is being eyed for a Cannes premiere. “Napoleon” allegedly earned a R-rating from the MPAA, confirming its production is completed. Keep scrolling to see all the details on Scott’s “Napoleon” starring Phoenix. ![]() It’s set for a theatrical release from Apple this November ahead of streaming on Apple TV+ at a yet-to-be-announced date. “Napoleon” began production in February 2022 and wrapped in May of the same year. Apple Studios is behind the project after first being announced in 2020 with 20th Century. The intention of the film is to capture Napoleon’s famous battles, relentless ambition, and astounding strategic mind as an extraordinary military leader and war visionary.ĭirector Scott collaborated again with “All the Money in the World” scribe David Scarpa on the script, with Scott and Kevin Walsh producing “Napoleon” for Scott Free Productions. Per the official synopsis, “Kitbag” is an original and personal look at Napoleon’s origins and his swift, ruthless climb to emperor, viewed through the prism of his addictive and often volatile relationship with his wife and one true love, Josephine. Originally titled “Kitbag,” upcoming historical drama “Napoleon” centers on the infamous ruler’s life and love with his wife Josephine, played by Vanessa Kirby. More than two decades since Joaquin Phoenix landed his first Oscar nomination, for playing an unhinged Roman emperor, the Academy Award winner is reuniting with his “Gladiator” director Ridley Scott for another epic period piece. ![]()
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