I feel that there is really no such thing as a good actor or actress today on tv or in the movies?

Question

This is a serious question. I really do not think any of the people on television or in the movies really have any talent. Let me explain. ok, maybe 4 or 5 people are good but the rest could be replaced by anybody. And I do mean anybody me you or your neighbor. I cannot think of one actor or actress that have done any work in these mediums in the past ten years that could not be replaced by anybody with one weeks worth of training. How hard could it be. Somebody writes the stuff and they say it. I am not talking about theatre. I have seen a few plays like Le Mis. and was very impressed. In my opinion, all these "stars" are pure fabrications with zero talent. Theatre is different because you must perform flawlessley. Why is Tom Cruise famous? Jennifer Anniston? It absolutley blows my mind. I am not trying to be silly here but would like some feedback. 10 points to the winner- and yes I will make you famous.

Answer 1

I disagree. Meryl Streep's performance as Amanda Priestly in "The Devil Wear's Prada" (2006) is Oscar worthy. Anthony Hopkins is a wonderful actor and was amazing in "The Edge" (1997) and "Hearts In Atlantis" (2001), Nicholas Cage was so great in "Adaptation" (2002) and "Matchstick Men" (2002), Denzel Washington, Ian McKellen, Dakota Fanning, Bill Nighy - I could name at least a dozen more who's work is regularly seen in our neighborhood theaters.
You won't find any of these in the pages of celebrity magazines - they are too busy perfecting their craft and not out partying and trying to get their picture taken.
I think there is more of a problem finding good material that's worthy of these great talents.

Answer 2

I agree, but there are some good actors. I know Johnny Depp is the heart throb right now, but the man can act. From Astronaunts wife, to Secret Window, Even his new ones the Pirates of the Carribean. Now hw may have lost it when he did Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, but we all make mistakes. Also I agree with the other woman Denzil Washington is Great, I love him in everything, My faviorte, "Out of Time"

Answer 3

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Answer 4

I agree with you to some point. There are more than 5 actors who are worth what they have reached but honestly, I too find that actors such as Marlon Brando, Sean Connery, Vivien Leigh, Jane Fonda etc. are not to be found ever again...

Answer 5

Perhaps you are watching the wrong kinds of films. I recently watched the Sea Is Watching and thought it was superb. Not all films have to be made in America to be any good. I think Asian films have the edge. Original ideas, good plot, dood direction. It's amazing what can be done without the aid of special effects.

Answer 6

agree