July 31, 2010
Bunches of us read Elizabeth Gilbert's book “Eat Pray Love” when it came out, including LilSis and I. We both loved the book, and I think LilSis even read it twice. I was a little on guard about some of the new age aspects in parts of the book, but they didn't taint the rest of it for me.
Now, a movie based on the book is coming out in about 2 weeks on August 13th. You know how you have a mental picture of a book's characters as you're reading it? Well, I absolutely did not imagine Julia Roberts as the lead character in this great book. I'm actually not even planning to go see the movie because I think the casting might just ruin the whole film for me. I'm not hating on Julia; I think she was entertaining in “Pretty Woman”, but I don't think she has the depth and the soul that this role calls for.
Am I being overly-skeptical, or do you agree with me? Who would be a better choice for the lead role in this movie? It could be so GOOD with the right actress! Who would you choose?
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August 2, 201010:51 am
I tend to agree with you. When I heard that Julia Roberts was playing the part, I didn’t think it was a good choice. I’ll probably still go see the movie just out of curiosity, but I can’t imagine it’ll be near as good as the book.
I imagine someone like Charlize Theron, Kyra Sedgewick or maybe even Reese Witherspoon playing Elizabeth Gilbert but maybe we’ll be pleasantly surprised. 🙂
August 4, 20102:43 pm
I cannot wait to see this movie – This is one role that would be hard to cast but I am sure she will be amazing!
August 5, 20107:49 am
I hope you’re right Cathy, and that she does a phenomenal job!
August 20, 20107:01 pm
I saw the movie, Julia Roberts was not the right woman for the job, sorry Julia. I think Laura Linney would have been better suited for the role. Movie:good, Book:better.
August 20, 20107:23 pm
Hi Kathy, I was AFRAID that would be the case! Darn! I love your suggestion of Laura Linney!