Next big role Tom Holland After "Odyssey" and "Spider-Man: New Day," it could be his best work to date. In a recent interview, Holland finally confirmed that he has already begun dance rehearsals for his film. about Fred Astaire with Sony Pictures. The Marvel star was cast as the legendary dancer back in 2021.
Why Tom Holland's Fred Astaire film could be his best role to date
The upcoming film with Fred Astaire could be a turning point in Holland's acting career, as it will arguably deliver his best performance to date. This project will allow Holland to return to his theatrical roots and showcase his ability to embody Astaire's renowned dance styles and physique. At a young age, Holland underwent intensive training in ballet, tap, and acrobatics in preparation for the musical Billy Elliot.
After his acrobatic skills helped him land a role in Spider-Man, Holland finally got the chance to put his ballet and tap skills to good use on the big screen. Fans got a glimpse of the blockbuster star's talent in his viral Lip Sync Battle performance of Rihanna's "Umbrella," which has garnered over 172 million views on YouTube. In the upcoming biopic, fans will finally get to see his performance, nearly a decade after the viral video.
Another reason I believe the Fred Astaire film could be Holland's best work is that biopics about popular music figures, like Bohemian Rhapsody and Elvis Presley, typically perform well during awards season. That's why Holland's upcoming role as the beloved American dancer could earn him his first major acting nomination. The film is also in capable hands with director Paul King, who has enjoyed great success with his films recently. All three of his most recent films (Paddington, Paddington 2, and Wonka) have received high scores on Rotten Tomatoes.
In an interview with Amy Poehler on Good Hang, Holland admitted he was initially very nervous about starring in a film with Fred Astaire. However, after the first dance rehearsals, he confidently stated that his doubts about the project were dispelled. "With his charm, theatrical experience, physical fitness, and discipline, I'm convinced Holland is capable of playing the role of a lifetime, especially considering the enormous risk involved in portraying beloved characters," he said.
The original article was published by Maggie Dela Paz on ComingSoon.
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