Hollywood's New and Old Stars Share Their Journeys

Jacob Elordi and Gwyneth Paltrow, two actors at different stages of their careers, recently had a chat about their experiences in Hollywood. Elordi, who has quickly become a fan favorite, talked about his role as the creature in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein. " He shared how he drew inspiration from his ballet dancer sister to bring a unique physicality to the character. Paltrow, on the other hand, discussed her return to acting after a seven-year break to focus on her lifestyle brand, Goop. She revealed that her recent role in "Marty Supreme" felt like a throwback to the films she made in the '90s. The conversation took a turn when they discussed the pressures of acting. Elordi admitted that sometimes he feels like saying "yes" or "no" to a movie is a matter of life or death. Paltrow, reflecting on her own career, advised him to take his time and make decisions based on who he truly is. She also shared that winning an Oscar for "Shakespeare in Love" at the age of 26 was overwhelming and changed her perception of the industry. Elordi and Paltrow also talked about the changing landscape of Hollywood. They both agreed that while the business models and commercialization have changed, there are still artists who are pushing through and making meaningful films. Elordi expressed his fear that movies might lose their currency, but Paltrow reassured him that films like "Marty Supreme" prove that cinema is still alive and kicking. In a lighter moment, Paltrow revealed that her children are big fans of Elordi. She joked that she might end up loving him too by the end of their conversation. Elordi, known for his roles in "Euphoria" and "The Kissing Booth, " shared that he always gets comments about how much people's family members love him, but never about their personal feelings. The two actors also discussed their love for cinema and the directors they've worked with. Paltrow mentioned that she got lucky working with directors like Paul Thomas Anderson and Wes Anderson early in their careers. Elordi, on the other hand, shared that he was inspired by Heath Ledger's performance in "The Dark Knight" and realized that acting could be a viable career path for him.