Rumor of the Day: Lindsay Lohan Going Nude on Film
Filed under: Drama, Casting, RumorMonger
It was almost a year ago that Lindsay Lohan claimed she wanted to be a serious actress, one who wins an Oscar. Soon after, she signed on to play a stripper in I Know Who Killed Me. To be more precise -- a stripper who gets tortured and her legs cut off. Somehow, Lohan didn't see how the hope and the action clashed. Now it seems that she's trying to make a better post-rehab go of things, but she's still completely set on this ridiculous notion that nudity equals respectability. First she redos classic Marilyn Monroe nude shots, and now some reports say that she's going to show more skin for an upcoming film called Florence.Ace Showbiz says that the actress has signed on to play a sex-addicted waitress in the film, and that Star Magazine claims that she is going to get naked for the role. Why? "Further, it was said that the actress/singer took the opportunity to play the controversial role to show others she still has her acting skills. To the publication, a source revealed, 'She just wants to remind people she can act and she's worth hiring.'"
Lindsay, oh Lindsay... If this is true, I hope someone out there sits you down and at least tries to make you understand this: Showing skin does not equal respectability. It will not magically wipe away your past turmoil. It will not make people think more of you. What will prove you have the talent -- acting! You don't need to strip to do it. You need to pick a film with a good role and then reveal the acting talents you're determined to showcase. Please -- keep your clothes on.
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4-03-2008 @ 3:43PM
Astin said...
Perhaps Lindsay in real life would NEVER take her clothes off or be sex-addicted. Therefore, being a naked nympho IS acting!
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4-03-2008 @ 6:37PM
Nicklaus Louis said...
Perhaps you're right, but a number of actresses have "proven" themselves in the public eye by taking on roles that involved nudity -- Halle Berry, Nicole Kidman, Michelle Williams, etc. Even actors get in on the nude act -- Daniel Radcliffe, Ewan McGregor, Jason Segal (okay, his upcoming scene is played for comedy, but with the buzz that scene alone is getting he's getting new projects like the new Muppet movie).
I think it has something to do with the perception that going nude equals bravery in choosing a role.
4-03-2008 @ 4:40PM
Gina said...
Well said, Monika.
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4-03-2008 @ 4:49PM
dt3 said...
why are we all so quick to hate? how do we know that this isnt a great role? How do we know this isnt a great role where she also gets naked? Isnt that the best of both worlds?
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4-03-2008 @ 5:22PM
Mike said...
On the other hand, how many actresses do get nominated and win Oscars for roles in which they bare skin (Halle Berry, Charlize Theron, etc.)? Generally they're in a better position than Lohan, career-wise, but still. It's not like nudity hurts your chances of landing a nom.
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4-03-2008 @ 5:23PM
tina said...
bravo MONIKA
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4-03-2008 @ 6:20PM
dt3 said...
yes, monika, bravo... what else do we need to know about a movie other than the star has had problems with drugs/alcohol and that she is possibly going to be naked before we start trashing it? I am sure this movie is going to be just as trashy and worthless as that "Monsters Ball" movie starring that blood capsulizing weirdo, Billy Bob Thorton
4-04-2008 @ 9:29AM
gen said...
The reason given for her taking the role is ridiculous indeed but, given the news source (Star Magazine?), it's not something I'd lean my back on.
"Florence" can turn out to be as bad as "I Know Who Killed Me" for all I care but, for now- and as stated above- how do we know it's not a "film with a good role" for her? Too quick at jumping to conclusions, probably because of Lohan's recent reputation. This post comes off more like a found opportunity to beat a dead horse, and state a prejudice for Lohan rather than a commentary.
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4-04-2008 @ 9:37AM
Kevin said...
I agree with some of the people who have posted here. How many times have we heard people rave about Viggo's nude scene in Eastern Promises, yet if a woman says she's going to get naked than female critics immediately pounce on her. Seems like a double standard. I assume that the focus of this film will not be the fact that Lohan gets naked, and hopefully it will be an opportunity to demonstrate her talent. If the nude scene enhances the plot than good for her for picking a role that showcases her ability. Lets wait until we see the movie before we start bashing the actors/actresses in it.
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4-04-2008 @ 10:15AM
Monika said...
What is happening with Lohan is in no way comparable to Theron, Viggo, Kidman, and the others listed. This is not about being nude in a film, but about her desire to be taken seriously and get her career back on track -- and taking her clothes off to do it -- more than once. If any of the other actors, male or female, were struggling with many personal issues in public and watching their career go in the toilet, and then started stripping at every turn, I'd say the same thing about them. Or, if they publicly expressed a desire to be taken seriously, and then flooded their plate with nude roles.
The sad fact of the matter is, if I Know Who Killed Me is any indication, this could easily be another questionable movie that does nothing for Lohan or her career.
But that's not what this post is about -- it's about a young woman who has been through a lot and in a quest to get back on track, repeatedly takes her clothes off to do so.
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4-04-2008 @ 11:02AM
Blu-Sam said...
Am I suppose be excite? No, we seen her boobs before she turn 18.
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4-04-2008 @ 11:42AM
ruffio said...
There's nothing wrong with her showing a little skin. I wish britney had done the same thing back when she was still hot!
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