As a devoted fan of Cher, I can’t help but feel a mix of admiration for her extraordinary talent and empathy for her tumultuous experiences in the film industry. Her memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the challenges she faced behind the scenes, particularly with directors like Peter Bogdanovich during the making of Mask.
Cher blew away the music industry with her contralto singing voice and as one half of Sonny & Cher. However, the “Goddess of Pop” also enjoyed numerous great accomplishments in the film industry winning an Oscar for Moonstruck. But as the Grammy winner looks back at her first critical and commercial success role in Mask, the EGOT winner has brutally honest things to say about the film’s director, Peter Bogdanovich.
In her interview with The Times for her new memoir “Cher: The Memoir Part One,” Cher candidly discussed directors she found challenging to work with. Among them was Frank Oz, initially chosen to direct Mermaids but left the project due to disagreements with Cher. However, Cher had even harsher words for Peter Bogdanovich, who directed her in Mask.
Cher expressed her feelings by saying, “He was quite rude and overconfident. He treated the women in the movie poorly and I strongly disapproved of his behavior.
In the film Mask, Cher portrayed Rusty, a troubled biker who is also the mother of a son suffering from craniodiaphyseal dysplasia. Her character skillfully navigated the dual roles of protecting her child from the hardships of his physical condition and confronting her personal struggles. The actress from Burlesque shared an account of a particularly strained day on set with director Peter Bogdanovich.
In walks he, querying, ‘Cher, where would you suggest we shoot this scene?’ To which I respond, ‘The kitchen seems quite suitable, let’s give it another go.’ Said Cher.
How was Mask a Turning Point for Cher’s acting career?
The film “Mask” significantly boosted Cher’s career by demonstrating her exceptional singing abilities as well as her acting prowess. Following her impressive performance that showcased her versatility and talent, she was honored with the prestigious Best Actress accolade at the Cannes Film Festival.
At the 58th Academy Awards, the singer known for “If I Could Turn Back Time” was overlooked. Yet, the actress from Silkwood attended the event in a dress resembling a tarantula, which she wore to introduce the Best Supporting Actor nominees. Vanity Fair dubbed it her “revenge dress.” Subsequently, she landed more prominent roles, such as in The Witches of Eastwick, Moonstruck, and Mermaids.
If you’re curious about the insider details of Mask and other projects that Cher contributed to, her newly released book “Cher: The Memoir: Part One” is a great resource for you – it’s currently on sale!
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2024-11-23 01:40