Why Does Hollywood Often Pair Old Men with Young Actresses in Movies?

[Alf]

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[Yavin Shikanoko]

I think it depends on the movie, sometimes it's So old insecure men can project themselves in the movie and feel uplifted by being with a younger woman, Or wise older guy guiding young naive apprentice.

I said the first one because I have seen older guys prey on younger girls, particularly the type of guy you or anyone whit common sense don't want to be around.

[Morkonan]

Nguyên văn bởi davidb11:

Nguyên văn bởi Echo NO Aim:

Tldr I assume since Epstein is dead nothing of this happens now according to your logic. Fine then believe that.

That's not what I am saying.
I am simply saying it makes no sense to claim all of Hollywood is evil.
Why are you ignoring that?

I agree with you that not all of Hollywood is evil.

And why are you ignoring what I said about Leon?

"Leon/The Professional" was not based on a published book. If you have a good reference that indicates it was, I'd truly like to see it.

https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0110413/trivia/?ref_=tt_ql_trv

The idea that fueled Besson's film was based on a character in the film "Nikita."

There is zero evidence that all of Hollywood is evil. Which is my entire point. All of it.

I'm sorry for being upset here, but I know how things work.
I'm not naive for pointing out that all of Hollywood isn't evil.

I agree, in general.

But... that it does happen and can happen is still "there." Abuse is nowhere near as widespread as it was in past eras, though. What some actresses and even actors went through in previous decades, we're talking "Black and White" era, is pretty savage. Even Judy Garland, of "The Wizard of Oz" fame reported sexual abuse and harassment at that young age... The "Casting Couch" meme didn't come from the present day, it's been a thing for as long as the movie industry has existed.

The problem is that these people gain so much power and are so very insulated, due to the nature of their very isolated work, that they essentially become tyrants of the lives and careers of others. With one word, a hopeful actor's career can be completely destroyed. The "You'll Never Work In This Town Again" threat evolved directly from this sort of power and influence.

Many actors are obsessively driven, some very focused on being put in the "spotlight," yet another phrase.. Getting to the top is a dog-eat-dog climb and "talent" isn't always the determining factor. Who one knows, who one gets exposed to, who owes who a favor, who does what is necessary to get in the door...

Spielberg got his start not by sneaking onto the lot and setting himself up in a fake office, as is sometimes reported. However, he did establish his first connections when his father arranged an internship for him at the studio when he was just 16. That sort of early exposure and continued contact and presence has immense benefits down the road.

The overwhelming problem and one that fueled the tremendous backlash is that this "culture" developed unchecked and unspoken of for so very long that those in power were able to continue such abuse as a general way of existence in their very insulated little worlds.

And, actors who were desperate to be noticed may have allowed such behavior if it meant they could get their "big chance" or "breakout role."

It was sometimes a two-way street, no question about it. Is it still going on? Surely, in certain circumstances. That kind of thing doesn't stop on a dime when its been perpetuated for so very long.

But, the "fear" there is very real. Accusations alone are enough to destroy people in that industry these days. It's always been a who-knows-who sort of game and nobody wants to be associated with the "Me Too" movement as a perpetrator, but could still engage in such pressures if they could do so unnoticed. And, some actors (m/f) may not mind associating themselves with the "Me Too" movement or using that pressure to get what they want, too.

Still, I think most in the industry love the industry, itself, and the creation of movies and good stories, overall. There are certainly good people there. There are also money-hungry nameless faces in the Producer's offices who don't give a crap about that... :)

Note: A somewhat strange for some consideration is due, here:

"Actors" are not respected, in general, by those in associated professions like Producers, Directors, etc.

They are in much the same position as a "Model." They are sometimes respected for whatever craft they may exhibit and more for their box-office role, but other than that they're often seen as pieces being moved on a board, wrangled with, dealt with, parts of a machine that is, itself, more important than "just an actor." The huddle in a writer's room, the director's and producers arguing, the camera and set people, costumers,etc... Those people are working on a "film" and supporting the production process. That their work is focused on a particular actor is necessary, but that actor for themselves is basically a set piece object.

Some are surely more beloved, respected, and immediately recognized as part of the team than others.

Consider how a clothes "model" is treated. They are one of the lowest of the low in terms of any regard anyone in that industry would give to them. They are very nearly "disposable" people. They have no requirements for talent, ability, or much of anything else other than "breathing" and "is physically appealing." And, if they don't like the pressures and sacrifices? Another pretty face will take their place in a heartbeat. It's hard to imagine an industry like that existing where rampant abuse wouldn't be a factor... But, again, Big Money and Big Power are successful at masking it.

[Fostin4]

Nguyên văn bởi davidb11:

Epstein was the last one.
Period.
THere cannot be any more after him.

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Only an idiot would fall for your lies. Try harder? They are paying you good $$ — show some dedication towards your masters.

[davidb11]

THank you, Morkonan, I was wrong about Leon. Sorry. Must have gotten it confused with another one.
I understand what you mean now. THank you for being patient with me.

I don't work for anyone, Fostin, I was just woefully naive. :P
Now I know.