Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio have a long history of working together, but their upcoming collaboration on the biopic, Sinatra, promises to continue an unusual trend. The pair have made some wildly successful films that have produced some of the best performances of DiCaprio's career. Scorsese and DiCaprio have a surprising history when it comes to other collaborators – something Sinatra is set to continue.
Sinatra will feature DiCaprio as the titular singer alongside Jennifer Lawrence as Sinatra's second wife, Ava Gardner (per Variety). The movie has long been a passion project for Scorsese, though little is currently known about its precise contents. However, DiCaprio's pairing with Lawrence promises an exciting reunion, following the pair's collaboration in the satirical comedy Don't Look Up. Lawrence has carved a stunning career, taking on challenging and complex roles, and has proven she's an actress who's not afraid to take risks. This means she is perfectly placed to end a surprising Scorsese and DiCaprio movie trend.
Leonardo DiCaprio & Martin Scorsese's Movies Have Never Re-Used The Same Lead Actress
After A Long List Of Talented Actresses, It's Time To Break The Trend
The partnership between Scorsese and DiCaprio has produced some of the best films of the past two decades, bringing an all-star cast to tell compelling stories. Yet, despite working with some of Hollywood's finest performers, the pair still haven't had another female star return. Scorsese films have been criticized in some quarters for over-indexing male characters, with the director himself controversially saying that he "doesn't have time" to write more female roles (via The Independent). Whether or not the criticism is valid, it's undeniable that every DiCaprio/Scorsese project has featured a different leading actress.
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Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese films and their lead actress |
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Gangs of New York |
Cameron Diaz |
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The Aviator |
Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale |
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The Departed |
Vera Farmiga |
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Shutter Island |
Michelle Williams |
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The Wolf of Wall Street |
Margot Robbie |
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Killers of the Flower Moon |
Lily Gladstone |
Lawrence's potential inclusion in multiple Scorsese/DiCaprio projects would mark a significant shift in the director's casting patterns, perhaps demonstrating a newfound appreciation for the director's female collaborators. Lawrence's versatility and proven box office draw make her the perfect choice for more prominent roles in Scorsese's future films. The unique dynamic she brings, coupled with her established chemistry with DiCaprio, might be what Scorsese needs to continue telling rich stories but with a subtle appreciation for female performers.
Jennifer Lawrence Needs Another Martin Scorsese Movie Role To Break The Trend
The Actress Could Be The First Repeat Actress
As Lawrence and DiCaprio have already worked together, and will be teaming up again in the planned Sinatra biopic, the actress just needs one more Scorsese project to break the trend. If Lawrence secures another role in a Scorsese-DiCaprio film, she could not only disrupt the long-standing tradition but also set a new precedent for actresses in Hollywood. This would be a landmark achievement, especially given Scorsese's reputation for creating iconic and enduring cinematic partnerships.
A second collaboration could feature Lawrence's range and ability to adapt to different genres. Like DiCaprio, working closely with Scorsese on more projects would also let her take even more risks with her performances, and further solidify her status as one of the most versatile actresses in Hollywood today. In doing so, Lawrence could usher in a new era of dynamic female leads in Scorsese films, breaking barriers and setting new standards for future collaborations after Sinatra.
Source: The Independent
