"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". Actors, characters, story of creation

There are films that immediately fall into the soul. No matter how much you return to the viewing, every time you feel that you are watching for the first time, although you know in advance what will be the final. One of these films remains the adaptation of the eponymous work "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". Actors who have played key roles will become the topic of our article.

A small story, a big swing

It is noteworthy that this is not a cult novel by FS Fitzgerald, but just a story, and the one remaining in the background, if David Fincher did not undertake the adaptation in 2008. Few people imagined what would be the success. The picture was accepted with a cheer in all senses. The collections pleased the studio, the audience was touched by an interesting story, critics gave out honors and praise. A portion of universal love was received also by those who directly participated in the creation of the masterpiece, what became "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button", - the actors. Most of them do not need to be introduced. And although they have long occupied an honorable place in the land of dreams, it is worth mentioning their names.

Handsome or old man?

Career gave Brad Pitt an opportunity to embody a variety of images, but perhaps the main image in this picture was one of the most memorable. Producer David Fincher, who had known Pitt for many years, initially only saw him in the image of a youthful old man. Discomfort to the actor added a special make-up, as well as shooting techniques, with which he simulated gestures and facial expressions, which were subsequently processed on a computer. Pitt, like other actors in the movie "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," gladly went to such difficulties, anticipating world success.

For this film, Brad Pitt received several prestigious nominations and awards. Recognition, he found in the late 1990's, starring in a number of iconic paintings. The popularity of the impact of the status of the sexiest actor, which he had for many years, as well as stormy novels with colleagues in the shop. In his wife Pitt chose the star of the sitcom "Friends" Jennifer Aniston, and a loud divorce with her was marked by a meeting with Angelina Jolie on the set of the joint film.

In recent years, Brad Pitt is not often seen on the screen. Mostly he is engaged in producing activities, as well as the education of his own and adopted children.

The first faces of Hollywood

Who else was lucky enough to get into the star structure of the drama "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"? The actors who played the main roles were confirmed on the principle of "star" position. Their loud at the time of production of the painting names additionally guaranteed future success. The female image of Daisy, who became the only love for a young Benjamin, was performed by Australian Cate Blanchett. She is today considered one of the most sought after actresses of Hollywood. Kate did the first steps on the stage of her native theater and television, and then moved to the States. Recognition came with the release of the historical tape "Elizabeth", where she got the image of the Queen of Great Britain. Then followed a succession of successful paintings - "Talented Mr. Ripley", "Bandits", "Aviator". Blanchett took part in the trilogy "The Lord of the Rings", remembering the audience for the role of Elvish mistress Galadriel. Notably, before the "Mysterious History ..." the actress had time to work with her screen partner - Brad Pitt. In the tape of 2006 "Babylon" they played a married couple. And in general, actors are not only colleagues, but also friends. A year later Kate reappeared as Queen Elizabeth in the film "Golden Age".

"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button": actors-intriguers

The narrative of the film is constructed in such a way that many plot lines up to a certain point are incomprehensible to the viewer. Everything is put in its place, but later, instilling curiosity and intrigue. One such example is a young woman named Caroline, who later turned out to be the daughter of the main character who reads her memories diary.

Julie Ormond was entrusted with this character to an Englishwoman. She remains a strong dramatic actress not only in her native country, but also in Hollywood. Behind her shoulders are dozens of diverse characters, played in films and on the stage. Recognition Julia received after the picture "Sabrina". By the way, with Brad Pitt, she also acted in the "Legends of Autumn" in 1993. Another interesting fact is that Nikita Mikhalkov, choosing artists for the role of foreigner Jane Kalagen in her film "The Barber of Siberia," preferred Julia Ormond.

Today Ormond is an infrequent guest of the cinema. She ponders each proposal. One of the last images she played was well remembered by the audience - it was Vivien Leigh in the biographical drama "7 Days and Nights with Marilyn."

A film worthy of praise

In addition to the above actors in the "Mysterious History ..." there are other, no less interesting characters. Taraji Henson embodied on the screen a foster mother, a Negress who does not abandon the protagonist, but is engaged in his upbringing, despite the fact that his life is flowing in the opposite direction, not like everyone else. For this actress was awarded a nomination for an Oscar.

Today, the "Curious Case of Benjamin Button" remains a model of an interesting story that you want to revise. Actors and the roles they played, for a long time to remember the audience.