Lord of the Rings Star Cate Blanchett "Didn't Get Paid Anything" for Original Trilogy

As a seasoned gamer who’s navigated countless digital realms and cinematic universes alike, I can’t help but marvel at the enchanting journey of Cate Blanchett, especially her spellbinding portrayal of Galadriel in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

Actress Cate Blanchett, who starred in Lord of the Rings, revealed that she didn’t earn a significant sum for her roles in Peter Jackson’s trilogy during the 2000s. Blanchett recently appeared on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, where she discussed her new video game movie, Borderlands, alongside Gina Gershon. During the show, they played a game called “Plead the Fifth,” and when asked about the largest paycheck she received for a film, Blanchett chose to answer the question.

Spoilers: It wasn’t Lord of the Rings like Cohen guessed.

In disbelief, I exclaimed, “Can you believe it? Not a single coin for that entire movie gig of mine!” Blanchett fiercely agreed.

When asked about what drove her to participate in “The Lord of the Rings,” Blanchett revealed that working alongside director Peter Jackson was the primary incentive for her.

As a die-hard fan, I couldn’t help but express my eagerness to collaborate with the man behind Braindead. You know, that movie was one of his earliest breakthroughs. Honestly, working with him meant I got some delicious sandwiches on the house, and I got to keep my ears – a small price to pay for such an incredible experience!

She added that, in a larger sense, “I mean, women don’t get paid as much as you think they do.”

As a devoted fan, I find it captivating to delve into the ensemble of Lord of the Rings: Cate Blanchett, though not dominating the screen time, brilliantly portrayed Galadriel, the woodland sovereign of Lothlórien and a significant power player in Middle-earth. In the grand scheme of the films, Galadriel maintained a peripheral presence, gracing us with essential appearances in each movie’s pivotal scenes.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but reflect on the extraordinary journey of Cate Blanchett’s career. During the epic run of the Lord of the Rings movies (2001-2003), little did she know that her life was about to take off like an eagle soaring high into the sky. She graced the screen alongside visionary directors such as Wes Anderson (The Life Aquatic…), Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio (The Aviator), Richard Eyre (Notes on a Scandal), Todd Haynes (I’m Not There), Steven Spielberg (Indiana Jones 4), David Fincher (Benjamin Button), Alejandro G. Iñárritu (Babel), and even ventured into a rare prestigious film sequel – Elizabeth: The Golden Age.

Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies are streaming on Max.

2024-08-13 21:12

Lord of the Rings Star Cate Blanchett “Didn’t Get Paid Anything” for Original Trilogy

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