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[flytotheway]

John and Paul moments in Midas Man part 1

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It's funny how almost everyone is talking about how good job did Blake as Paul in Midas Man but we as a group are ignoring the fact that maybe Leo Harvey is being slowly getting possessed by the spirit of George Harrison

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Ok, I finally watched Midas Man yesterday, and can I just get this out of my system: Blake Richardson was UNBELIEVABLE as Paul, like. I have been excited about him playing Paul since 2021 when I first heard about it -deep in my New Hope Club phase- and BOY, did he not disappoint. There were a couple of times when he was speaking and if I hadn't been looking at the screen I'd be convinced it was Paul himself. The bigger-than-jesus interview scene was out of this world.

I know the boys were essentially background characters in this film, but damn. Kudos on the casting choices, especially for John and Paul.

Is it too much to ask for something like this for the Sam Mendes biopics? Probably. Sigh

Edit because LOOK AT HIM

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Midas Man review (with spoilers!)

Yesterday I had the unique opportunity to watch a biopic about Brian Epstein. Although the film is currently only available in certain countries, @pauls1967moustache organized a watch party, which I joined. Thank you!!!

"Midas Man" has many advantages. The main one is the leading male role: Jacob Fortune-Lloyd did a great job. He perfectly portrayed Brian's complex personality. He was able to convincingly present both his uncertainty and tremors, as well as his perseverance in promoting the Beatles. Eppy said with full confidence that his boys would be bigger than Elvis - clearly he believed it deeply, even when higher-ups in the music industry laughed in his face. Fortune-Lloyd also convincingly played Brian's emotions related to his sexuality. On the one hand, Epstein did not want to run away from his nature, but on the other - he was well aware that sex between men was a crime and could expose him to blackmail. In one scene, Brian's parents pressure him to be more careful because revealing his sexual orientation in the newspapers could discredit the family business and end the careers of the Beatles and other artists he manages. Brian, filled with guilt, apologizes to his parents for "causing them pain." I have been following this thread with interest and I am glad that it has not been omitted or trivialized.

Unfortunately, the love story disappointed me. It was very cliché. Brian met someone he quickly began to care about. Tex did not reciprocate his feelings, he just wanted to have fun and benefit from Epstein's influence. Ultimately, he left without saying goodbye, stealing money and documents. I know the real Brian dated some shady guys, but it wasn't portrayed very convincingly in the movie. Perhaps Edward Speleers, the actor playing Tex, failed.

How did the Beatles fare? Not bad, but... nothing more. I must praise Blake Richardson, who played Paul - his facial expressions were very reminiscent of McCartney's. Blake was very authentic, I felt like I was looking at Paul. I also liked Wallace Campbell as Ringo. Unfortunately, the remaining Beatles were exaggerated. I'm thinking specifically about George (played by Leo Harvey Elledge). John, on the other hand, lacked depth. I had the impression that he was just a cheeky kid who thought he was entitled to everything. The young Lennon had a more complex personality. Besides, Jonah Lees who played him almost didn't look like him at all xD Speaking of which, the wigs looked terrible in most scenes. I guess there wasn't enough budget for it.

I was surprised (in a negative sense) by the complete omission of an important thread in the history of the Beatles: Brian's infatuation with John. Whether or not Lennon reciprocated the feeling, it was largely Epstein's motivation to pursue the band. When we jumped from 1963 to 1964 and there was no mention of the trip to Barcelona, ​​I was confused. Instead, the creators decided to focus on a fictional romance between Brian and Tex.

The advantage of the biopic is that viewers have the opportunity to meet other artists that Epstein managed. In one scene, Brian proudly introduces us to Billy J. Kramer, Tommy Quickly and... Cilla Black (Darci Shaw). Brian and Cilla's relationship is definitely one of the most touching and adorable elements of the entire film. It is clear that the singer is Epstein's favorite, and not only in professional terms. They are simply a pair of devoted friends. From what I understood, Cilla knew about Brian's orientation and fully accepted it.

"Midas Man" is a decent movie, better than I expected. However, these are not the heights of cinematography. I had the impression that Brian was presented somewhat sweetly, as a person without flaws (perhaps his family took part in consulting the script?). I think a rating of 7/10 would be fair.

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the way I need this man to play more paul mccartney roles NNNEEEEEEOOOOWWWWWW

blake richardson if you see this please. let’s get dinner

[got-ticket-to-ride]

I’m so nervous with who they’re gonna cast to play the boys. Especially John and Paul. I can’t think of ONE Beatle movie or biopic that did a good casting job. They never look even slightly similar to any of them and it pisses me off. If you were up to you, who would you cast for John and Paul specifically?

Hiya anon, thank you for asking me!

First of all let's look at them (argh! perfect)

To be honest, we are pretty much the same, I was super excited hearing the news, but now I am so scared to be disappointed by it. I have a feeling they will cast actors that are lesser known. That is, if they are planning to show the early days of the Beatles, John and Paul meeting. As someone who is not that really into movies as of late, I don't think my palate is large enough to know actors.

And it is so hard to pick someone because how could anybody ever be like John Lennon or Paul Mccartney. It's even harder to pick someone for Paul who is just so beautiful for a man. Maybe it would be really good to pick an actress to play Paul afterall (kidding, kidding).

Disclaimer: (I couldn't find a single actor with beautiful doe eyes and lips and a perfect nose for Paul.. I'm sorry!)

Ok here are some actors that made me go "hmmm" (feel free to add your comments on them... or any suggestions ;)

Jacob Elordi - as John or as Paul ... I don't really know to be honest - but I love his acting and his looks. He did a great job as Elvis Presley in Priscilla too and did you guys see his androgynous photoshoot?

Timothee Chalamet (who plays Bob but ?? maybe if he can skip out being George Harrison's boyfriend) - for John - strong brows - curly hair - jaw - I can kinda see it.

Blake Richardson who plays Paul Mccartney in Midas Man (with better hair) - his eyebrows and nose are really kinda similar to Paul's

Oliver Jackson Cohen (left - as John), Ezra Miller (right - as Paul)

Cole Sprouse (for Paul) - please don't torch me

Paul Mescal (for John)

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Maybe I'll just rewatch AHDN over and over. Nothing beats the original for me.

Would love to hear back <3

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Bailee Madison

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Midas Man (2024) Joe Stephenson

December 7th 2024

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This is so cute they're such good casting

[flytotheway]

John and Paul in Midas Man part 3

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ᴍʏ 2022 ʜᴇʀᴏᴇꜱ <3

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I'm starting to see the love for Blake as Paul, so I thought it'd be a good time to share this video of him (in the middle) singing Something back in 2022 with New Hope Club

Ignore my emotional singing in the background, I just love Blake (and George and Reece) so much

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Does anybody know why Blake doesn't take part anymore in anything NHC does? I mean i know they were supposed to have a show or they had a show a few weeks ago, idk if Blake attended it tho

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