As far as I know, theres no opportunity, in the immediate future, for me to do more Commissioner Gordon, but I continue to be optimistic that it will happen again. Directed by Pablos, creator of other animated stories such as Despicable Me, Klaus hit theaters Nov. 8 and became available on Netflix on Nov. 15. This Miles Teller guys face is just so Punchable. That Daily Beast story makes me angrier than a sex rash. } All Rights Reserved. J.K. Simmons talks politics | The Front Runner Interview | Extra Butter ABC10 215K subscribers Subscribe 1.4K views 4 years ago J.K. Simmons talks with Mark S. Allen Certainly, if you look at the changes in politics and in the world, in general, in the last 30 years, and you look at the way the media is sometimes reporting, this was a real seismic shift, in a lot of ways. text-align: center; Franklin (J.K. Simmons) and Irene York (Sissy Spacek) are an aging couple living just outside the (fictional) small town of Farnsworth, IL. SIMMONS: Its exciting when I read something that I just automatically identify with, that somebody has thought to send me and say, You would be good in this part, and I thoroughly understand and relate to that character. J.K. Simmons is dedicated to his new, healthy lifestyle! And then, when he called and said he did want me to play that part, that was exciting. Stay up to date with what you want to know. From director Jason Reitman and based on the book All the Truth is Out by Matt Bai, the real-life story of The Front Runner follows the rise and fall of politician Gary Hart (Hugh Jackman), the charismatic senator who was considered the front runner for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination, until his campaign was derailed by the story of an extramarital relationship with Donna Rice (Sara Paxton). Spacek does little to draw attention to these developments, letting the script point out the necessary changes, but she lives them all the same. The film also stars Vera Farmiga, J.K. Simmons, Alfred Molina, Kevin Pollak, Ari Graynor, Molly Ephraim, Tommy Dewey and Steve Zissis, among others. The actor also starred as Curly in the 2012 film The Three Stooges. Stella is a brick wall only matched in obtuse suppression by Jude (Chai Hansen), the mysterious stranger at the storys center. Talented but oh so terrible and unlikeable. Get The Latest IndieWire Alerts And Newsletters Delivered Directly To Your Inbox. The story of Gary He is happy with is roles and really does have an impressive body of work. With His Wife Michelle Schumacher. SIMMONS: Nothing has changed. The innovative yet mysterious Mr. Klaus is played by J.K. Simmons. JK Simmons is a total class act. Here are some photos of Miles Teller and JK Simmons at the BFI London Film Festival yesterday these are photocall and premiere photos for Whiplash. JK really does so well in the supporting roles. It turned out pretty well, after all. Ever since seeing him in Oz, where I loved to hate his guts. By Kaiser. I love that Simmons keeps Franklins shirt pockets unbuttoned the mark of a man who works with his hands and treats his clothes as useful tools, not aesthetic accessories. float: left; It seems I'm not alone. Youre every bit the ass* that you seem to be when your mouth is flapping. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. JK Simmons says his "Juno" costar Elliot Page is "iconic in a new way" after Page came out as trans. The duo forms an unlikely friendship, as Mr. Klaus asks to accompany Jesper on his journey, creating a new origin story for Santa Claus. Influencers: Profiles of a Partnership 2022, How to Pitch Stories and Articles to IndieWire, The 'Fatal Attraction' TV Show Isn't on Anyone's Side, 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' Flash Forwards Created a New Costume Challenge, 2023 Emmy Predictions: Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special, 22 Great Erotic Thrillers, from Adrian Lyne to Brian De Palma. While some become more optimistic and hopeful for a future especially one where Mr. Klaus will bring children presents certain townspeople become fearful of change. Hes a great and understated comedian. Making the young generation jealous. And then, its also about the script and the story, and whether I think its smart and well-written, and worth people plopping down their money and spending time in the theater to watch. J. K. Simmons is coming back to the Bat-beat. Breakthrough role was as Vern Schillinger in HBO's first hour-long drama, the critically-acclaimed prison series. 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The premise is explored in reasonably plausible ways, but the real incentive to watch is J. K. Simmons, who plays two roles: a gentle paper pusher in one world and a cynical tough guy in the other. They need to bring back those Mayhem commercials, they were so funny. "It's been great to watch that happen," the "Whiplash" star told His counterintelligence wife Emily (Olivia Williams) is in a coma. The right person is still going to think the sun shines out of your ass. The 61-year-old is the new Commissioner James Gordon, the head of the Gotham City police force and a longtime Batman ally. JK Simmons called portraying J Jonah Jameson one of the highlights of his career. A photo posted by Aaron Williamson (@aaronvwilliamson)Apr 23, 2016 at 3:06pm PDT, "Saturday morning, 61 years old & making the young generation jealous," Williamson wrote. The 'charter for idlers': Anger as Lib Dem-run local authority lets staff work four days a week for the same Why I've ditched a lifetime of possessions and downsized at 70 for my children, How to give yourself a natural facelift for just 25p! Classy JK. So refreshing to read this after all the Miles Teller crap (I cant believe hes 27 years old hes just as annoying as the Beebs). /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */. He can play baddies, good guys and hes got a beautiful singing voice (pick up the 1992 Guys and Dolls revival cast recording and hear for yourselves). Klaus is a recluse carpenter with a finesse for crafting toys. Or, more likely, director Zack Snyderthinks it'll be cooler if everyone in his movie is buff as hell. No explanation for a mother demanding her daughter live in isolation is given, and Stellas reasoning is held back long enough for the mother-daughter duo to have the same fight, over and over. In fact he should save us all the trouble and just slap himself, Id pay to see that. He is a freshman, with a long face and an impressive blonde mane. Its a gear of serious men, and museum-fed musculature, and the idea that politics is a dinner party leading to an arm-wrestling match. Love that guy! border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; He DGAF. When The Wrap sat down with JK to talk about the movie, the last questions were about being a life-long character actor, remembered and beloved without ever being a proper movie star. When asked if he would ever want to be a leading man, JK said: Well, Ive had a lot of great supporting parts. Love him to pieces. JK has his arm around him, and hes crossing his arms and smirking like a giant @$$hole. I loved JK as the psychologist Dr Emil Skoda in many many Law and Ordere episodes and ESP as the laid back Dad in Juno! Love, love, love. He stands there, Jonathan Kimble Simmons. JK Simmons is such a fabulous actor. JK Simmions is getting Oscar buzz for his role in Whiplash and I think the reason why Miles keeps saying he has never heard of him or only saw him in insurance commericals is because he seems jealous of JKs success. From there, a light within the domed chamber flashes, and theyre transported to a room with two chairs, a table, and a stunning view of an unnamed planet. I noticed the smirk also. He was born Jonathan Kimble Simmons in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, to Patricia (Kimble), an administrator, and Donald William Simmons, a music Cusack was nominated for Academy Awards twice for best supporting role for the films Working Girl (1989) and In & Out (1998). JK Simmons In a phone call from Los Angeles, where he lives with his wife, the filmmaker Michelle Schumacher (Im Not Here), and their two teenagers, Mr. Simmons, 63, talked He's playing a normal human, but you wouldn't guess that after seeing how jacked the actor got for the role. J. K. Simmons - Wikipedia Too bad his costar has already worn out his welcome, right? Love JK Simmons so much that he even makes me like an insurance ad! His trainer Aaron Williamson shared the eye-popping snaps of the Oscar winner flexing his bulging biceps at Gold's Gym in Los Angeles in 2016. JK Simmons as James Forester Simmons needs no introduction. Son of a swine herd are the first words out of Franklins mouth, as he habitually checks his language to appease his wifes distaste for swearing. Im just glad to be able to work. The actor has also had a fruitful career in film, winning an Academy Award for best supporting actor in 2015 for his performance in Whiplash. As of 2017, has appeared in six films that were nominated for the Best Picture Oscar: [on his career] If I had any other talent or salable commodity I probably would have gone into it. Even though Im about the age of his father (Ivan Reitman), his experience is really greater than mine. He captioned the work-out shot: 'Every time we train together I forget he's 61 years old. Coronation's 1billion boost for Britain: How Charles' big day will uplift struggling parts of the economy 'How can I fix this?' JK Simmons daughter, Olivia Simmons, is the eldest child and is an Actress who has acted in movies like The Floor. J.K. Simmons's knees ended his football career. As a teenager growing up in Ohio, Simmons played football for several years. But his knees became a problem, so he switched high school cliques. I went from being a jock to a hippie, he told The Guardian. It was a very clear-cut decision. I had to be one or the other. "If you learn to listen, youll find that some ideas clearly lend themselves more to CGI, some to live action, and every now and then you come across an idea that clearly would benefit from the organic quality that only traditional animation can bring, Pablos said. Looks like he has a big c*ck too. The Forecast: The Americans Ends, J.K. Simmons Multiplies J.K. Simmons's Healthy Lifestyle and Ripped Body - People Its a beautiful thing, from my perspective. lol, All through his run on L&O I still called Chris Keller. I admire JKs class in the face of douchbaggery. He is delusional to think he will get offered the kind of roles that Ryan Gosling or Leonorado Dicaprio would get offered. A London detective (Jim Sturgess) and his new partner (Agyness Deyn) run into trouble when they uncover a secret of apocalyptic proportions. Because of the way this story is told, The Front Runner doesnt really ask whether Gary Hart had an affair or not, it just explores the reaction and what it meant for the individuals that it affected, as well as the country. I first saw him in OZ and he was scary as f-ck. Spacek could give a masterclass in movement. The best compliment I ever got from the public or producers or directors is that I just totally blend in and become the character and they don't notice me and that the play happens or the movie happens or the television show happens. Me too, and when I see Beecher, I always call Lee Tergesen that. At first, it feels like showrunner Daniel C. Connolly and creator Holden Miller are simply pacing their series for an older, more patient audience cradling sweet, telling, minor moments within the Yorks marriage. Hes had a long career and has probably encountered other idiots before. *in tears*. I am super disappointed in Miles Teller of late. The role of J. Jonah Jameson, Peter Parker/Spider-Man's hot-tempered boss. He's a long-time loyal employee and still has no idea what the operation is about. But after seven more, your eyes have glazed over, and even these luminous stars cant bring you back to Earth. Its interesting to watch how Gary Hart was this man in the middle of a scandal who thought he could somehow rise above it, if he just kept pushing forward and ignoring what was going on around him. J.K. Simmons on the Art of Being the Bad Guy - New York Times Netflix's animated film 'Klaus' includes a star-studded cast with Jason Schwartzman and J.K. Simmons in lead roles. Miles is not good looking at all and there is nothing special about his acting. So, here we are, several films later, and he has just continued to mature and evolve while also staying true to who he is. I mean, I knew Miles was a big guy, but I thought JK was tall too. I just love when the really good, but understated character actors get some recognition. Agyness Deyn in Neil Crosss Hard Sun, appearing on Hulu starting on March 7. JK has been doing a lot of press for the film, just as much as Miles. JK Simmons interview: Being demanding to the point of J.K Byron (Adam Bartley), the Yorks new neighbor, is also appropriately eager, but it takes way too long for him to become part of the main plot. The first episode of Night Sky offers nearly enough precision in its pathos to exist unto itself. Im surprised to see Miles towering over JK. WebFull Name: J.K. Simmons Biography: Movies Juno Cast: Where Are They Now? This interview in Indiewire is great too: http://www.indiewire.com/article/jk-simmons-on-his-whiplash-oscar-buzz-and-abusing-miles-teller-20141015. He is in Interface at the Office of Interchange exchanging unknowable codes. Im surprised to see Miles towering over JK. Miles Teller is a the worst. And while most of Fletchers comments are foul-mouthed and out-of-line, JK Simmons thinks his character makes one specific good point. Simmons finds Fletchers idea of the good job culture and the harm the two words can do is particularly accurate. Simmons has had roles in TV series including Law and Order and Oz and is currently lending his voice to Netflixs BoJack Horseman. It had been assumed that he was buffing up for his then-upcoming role as Commissioner Gordon in Justice League, however he went on to rebuke this theory. Revellers pile into boozers as they celebrate the extra day off with a big Sunday night J.K. Simmons Explains How He Looks in His Workout Photos, Batgirl Movie: J. K. Simmons Returns as Commissioner Gordon The Hollywood Reporter, Do not sell or share my personal information. What was he like, as a director, on that first movie, all those years ago, and what changes or evolution have you seen in him, over the years of working with him? Its really good. that picture of him with the umbrella, he looks like the Russian czar! The more you work, the more difficult that gets. Hes trying to run a campaign of ideas and talk about policy, and everybody else just wants him to pose for a picture and be handsome. JK Simmon's Anyone who makes the same face as Beiber is a bad egg. Read on to meet the actors who bring life to the townspeople of Smeerenburg. This is so true. Tomorrow War I noticed that as well. During this 1-on-1 phone interview with Collider, actor J.K. Simmons (who plays Gary Harts campaign manager Bill Dixon) talked about working with filmmaker Jason Harold Perrineau will always be Augustus and Christopher Meloni is always Keller. The actress is also appearing in Sofia Coppolas film On the Rocks in 2020. 'I have to get my a**s to the gym': J.K. Simmons, 67, has admitted he was motivated to get completely ripped after watching his 'overweight' self on TV (pictured left in 2016, right in 2008), He told Business Insider: 'After the second and final time that I got hugely fat in my life and when I lost that weight six or seven years ago, I pretty much decided that I was going to stay in decent shape for the rest of my life.'. as well as other partner offers and accept our. Seriously. The show never tries to catch up. (AMC, March 26), THE CHILD IN TIME This BBC-Masterpiece film is a CliffsNotes version of the sci-fi-inflected Ian McEwan novel of the same name about loss, regret and the nature of time. J.K width: 33%; Joan Cusack appears in Klaus as Mrs. Krum. He was so great as the jack-ass foreman guy. Who thinks that is a good look??? Will the metal detectorists Lance (Toby Jones) and Andy (Mackenzie Crook) break through their passive-aggressive armor and not hopelessly fumble their love lives? SIMMONS: He did actually use that label, for many years. Good mood, bad mood, ugly, pretty, handsome, what-have-you. Prince William 'will give ''heartfelt and loving'' speech paying tribute to Charles and Camilla at How to look regal by the experts the royals rely on:Tinned mackerel for youthful skin, walking through a Princess of Wales 'plans to go without a tiara and wear a floral headpiece for King Charles' coronation Last chance to flee Sudan on 'exceptional' flight: British citizens stranded in war-torn nation will be Liz Truss 'will pay for anything missing' from Chevening estate after being sent a 12,000 bill that 'Selfish arrogant p****s': Piers Morgan leads the criticism of Leeds players for 'going full Arsenal' by May damp holiday Monday! But since winning an Oscar, he finally gets to play the lead twice J K Simmons knows there was an irony in winning the Oscar for best supporting actor, which he did three years ago for playing the bullying jazz teacher in Whiplash. Yes. Meat is crucial for human health, scientists say as they call for end to the 'zealotry' pushing vegetarian STEPHEN POLLARD: It's often the self-proclaimed anti-racists who are the foulest of the lot. Lol, I laugh every time I think of him saying that. Succession Director on Filming That Surprise Cameo and Tying Up Her Kendall Trilogy, Harriet: The Real-Life Inspirations Behind the Characters, Fred Rogers Productions Promotes Ellen Doherty to Chief Creative Officer, Aubrey Plaza Returning as Film Independent Spirit Awards Host, Wes Anderson Directing Star Wars? Love them both. That goes across all genres: a horror movie, a zombie movie, alien invaders, chick flick, or raunchy comedy. J.K. Simmons Interview: The Front Runner - Screen Rant Character actors like JK have a tendency to outlast the 1st billing movie stars, especially these young up and coming flavor of the year ones. Look, in my opinion the best thing you can do is find a person who loves you for exactly what you are. It's been a privilege helping him stay on point. J.K. Simmons has confessed he decided to hit the gym after being unable to believe his character when watching himself back on HBO's prison drama Oz.. ', Impressive:The actor, 67, found himself going viral after photos of his shredded physique were shared to Instagram by his personal trainer, Eye-popping:'I have to get my a**s to the gym and be a believable hard-a**s. I've gone back and forth with fine-tuning the kind of conditioning I'm doing'. Hes probably seen lots of young guys with Miless attitude over his long carer, and realizes that a handful of leading movie roles dont necessarily translate into anything worth having attitude about. lol. Often plays sharp-tongued and short-tempered men who intimidate other characters, Is the voice of the yellow peanut M&M on the commercials since the late 1990s, replacing. So impressive. ", 'I have to get my a**s to the gym and be a believable hard-a**s. I've gone back and forth with fine-tuning the kind of conditioning I'm doing. Toni doesnt have many friends, and when she secretly invites a boy over, her mother flips out. Glad hes got some accolades nowadays. "Justice League" could be taking its inspiration from a recent Batman comics storyline where Gordon actually was Batman for several months, and was therefore more physical than normal. And it was a good show and I enjoyed it, but at the end of the day I was like, this is a lot of work. The news about the veteran actor was originally broken by The Hollywood Reporter, who noted that several other performers were also being courted for various roles. Like a good neighbor, Kiddo is there! I fell in love with the part of Mac MacGuff, but he didnt say that he wanted me to play that part, so I was trying not to get my hopes too high. If Teller is still around in 10 yrs then Ill talk. J.K margin: auto; But as questions slowly stack up and answers are put off for no good reason, it becomes clear that Night Sky isnt really about a couple struggling with arduous end-of-life planning; its a mystery-box show mapped over a tender romantic drama, and it becomes a rather lazy, tedious one at that. (Netflix, March 8), RISE Or, Friday Night Footlights. Josh Radnor stars as a frustrated teacher who takes over the theater program at a Pennsylvania high school, pushing aside a veteran drama coach played by Rosie Perez, in a series created by the Hamilton producer Jeffery Seller and the Friday Night Lights showrunner Jason Katims. LMAO, you know the type that just carries themselves a certain way (Jon Hamm). Studied to become a composer before getting to musicals and acting. "This is what dedication looks like. Mr. Harris and Mr. Hinds play the captains of the British ships Terror and Erebus, which disappeared while trying to find the Northwest Passage in the 1840s. There was an older movie, I saw recently on cable New to Town. My hate for this man-child has reached epic proportions. Season 6 jumps ahead to 1987, two years before the fall of the Berlin Wall and four before the end of the Soviet Union. I knew it. This was the case withKlaus.. Theyre both holding their own umbrellas! They are, indisputably, exceptional actors. Yes, Cranston is a great example. Night Sky Season 1 premieres all eight episodes Friday, May 20 on Amazon Prime Video. Simmons will be starring in the upcoming Amazon Prime animated series Invincible and is currently filming the movie Ghost Draft. Its interesting, we plant that seed, early on, in the movie. Norm Macdonald lends his voice talent to play a character named Mogen. (NBC, March 13), THE TERROR An able crew including Jared Harris, Ciarn Hinds, Tobias Menzies, Adam Nagaitis and Ian Hart sets sail in this handsome mix of historical speculation and supernatural horror. But when Jesper realizes these toys are just collecting dust on Klaus' shelves, he suggests that he could deliver the gifts to the children in town. Sasso was a longtime castmember of MadTV and also has had guest roles in a variety of television shows, including Family Guy, Justified and Hot in Cleveland. J.K Last week, actor J. K. Simmons received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as jazz instructor Terence Fletcher in the film "Whiplash." During this 1-on-1 phone interview with Collider, actor J.K. Simmons (who plays Gary Harts campaign manager Bill Dixon) talked about working with filmmaker Jason Reitman throughout his career, his evolution from Thank You for Smoking to today, getting involved with Juno, the storytelling approach to The Front Runner, the shift in the way that media covers politics, and whether Gary Hart could have weathered a similar scandal today. My friends and I still use Shillinger as our nutbar barometer. He has been around a long time. When you are good in what you do, you dont have to brag about it, people know. "Justice League: Part One" is currently set for aNovember 17, 2017 release date. #gallery-1 { He was uncommonly mature and prepared, for a first-time feature director. IMDb To be able to do the short and then do the feature a year later, and then to be sitting here in whatever fancy hotel this is talking about it has been a pretty cool journey. lol. In 1994, he sang multiple roles in the Wagner opera satire Das Barbec. I would love to see him get an Oscar nomination- its really cool when someone who has been a hard working actor for so long gets that one role that puts them on a new level. Remarkably few answers are given over eight hours, in part because certain plots lead nowhere (the neighbors political aspirations just stop) but also because every character is far too complacent. J.K. Simmons, Miles Teller. (Netflix, Feb. 2), THIS CLOSE The deaf actors Josh Feldman and Shoshannah Stern wrote and star in this sharp, charming lo-fi dramedy about a pair of best friends, a blocked gay writer and a professionally stymied publicist. In all of his earlier interviews, he came across as genuine and really passionate about acting(although he always sounded a little like a frat boy). As we have gotten deeper into it, that has been the most interesting aspect. Plus, most people really believe that JK is a major Oscar contender for Best Supporting Actor. JK is an all around TALENT. J.K. Simmons isn't playing a superhuman, super strong hero in the upcoming "Justice League" movie. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider 'She never even liked it! The innovative yet mysterious Mr. Klaus is played by J.K. Simmons. But JKs interviews dont generate the same kind of heat because JK is not a raging ahole. Whiplash has become the indie partner to The Imitation Game this year. Just want to smack it off his face! Simmons is an American actor. J.K. Simmons has confessed he decided to hit the gym after being unable to believe his character when watching himself back on HBO's prison drama Oz. Even Rene Zellweger was funny in it too. Class and talent personified. All of his talents were very apparent, even then, in 2005. He added: "A family holiday film that should sit especially well with members of the family who feel they could probably do without another holiday film, Sergio Pablos' Klaus invents its own unexpected and very enjoyable origin story for the big guy who gives out toys every Christmas eve.". Absolutely. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. In a recent Instagram post, the daughter of hip-hop legend Rev. Whether its somebody we like or dont like, or whether its somebody with a similar background to mine or somebody whos very different, if I can identify with the psychology and the core of who the guy is, thats really the main thing that Im looking for. I love that he is getting recognition for his work! Its been great. Him and Harry Connick Jr. had some great scenes in that movie together. His co-star, not. Photos courtesy of WENN. "Justice League" could be taking its inspiration from a recent Batman comics storyline where, NOW WATCH: This is the single worst part of 'Batman v Superman'. Oz was a favorite of mine and for a few years, every time JK Simmons was on screen, I was Oh, Schillingers in that. With such an interesting array of characters that youve played, what is it that gets you excited about a project? JK Simmons is the anti-Miles Teller: I have no illusions about being a movie star. I signed up for this, not even really understanding what the part was, just because I knew it was Jason and I wanted to work with him. I think hes really hot. JK can do everything tv, films, BROADWAY. After that first hour which, with acute empathy, weighs a partners final needs against the needs of each individual you may be holding back tears. Yep, MTs got that kind of face that you just want to slap. JK Simmons as Fletcher in Whiplash, the film that won him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Rex Features JK Simmons: 'Being demanding is just not On Broadway, Simmons played Benny Southstreet in the 1992 revival of Guys and Dolls. (BBC America, Jan. 20), COUNTERPART Two types of thrillers the paranoid Cold War and the dystopian science-fiction varieties are overlaid in this nifty series, which posits alternate earths that intersect in a Berlin basement. When we spoke for the first season of your Starz series Counterpart, you said that you werent really sure about what would happen with Commissioner Gordon in the DCEU, but that you were hoping to return to the role and get to explore him deeper.
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