acko Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 INSPIRED BY THE GOODFELLAS THREAD & my longing 4 Madonna in a new starring role *sigh* Here's a list I found...I knew about a lot of them, dunno if all info is correct, for instance in 2000 it was reported that Madonna would play the Joker's wife, not his daughter... Ambrose Chapel Pitt, Liam Neeson, Tea Leoni, Martin Sheen and Madonna were reportedly attached to this 'psychological thriller' to be directed by Brian DePalma. Never got off the ground. Actor who got the part: Project Never Got Made Angie This project (originally called "Angie, I Says") was created with Madonna in mind for the starring role, but then scheduling conflicts arose with the filming of Dangerous Game and she was replaced by Geena Davis. Actor who got the part: Geena Davis---> She got in a ugly fight with the director (=scheduling conflicts), weren't there some hostile faxes of her towards Joe Roth, I remember her saying something about who could play a motherless italian chick better than me & u r one to talk after the cinematic masterpiece that is ''Revenge Of The Nerds II'. Batman Returns Madonna was reportedly considered to play Catwoman. Actor who got the part: Michelle Pfeiffer Batman Triumphant Madonna was reportedly going to play Harley Quinn, who would be the Joker's daughter rather than his lover. Blind Date Madonnna turned down the role opposite Bruce Willis. Actor who got the part: Kim Basinger The Blue Angel In the mid-1980's, after the release of Desperately Seeking Susan, Madonna was rumored to be in talks to star in a remake of Josef von Sternberg's 1930 classic. Actor who got the part: Movie Never Made. Boxing Helena Madonna was set to star, but then dropped out and was replaced by Kim Bassinger, who was famously sued for millions when SHE dropped out. Actor who got the part: Sherilyn Fenn Brazil Madonna was considered for the role of Jill Layton. Actor who got the part: Kim Greist Breaking the Waves Writer/director Lars Von Trier wanted Madonna to be in the lead. He wrote the film with her on his mind. He sent the script to her but didn't get any response from her. He didn't know why so he moved on. Actor who got the part: Emily Watson ----->Really???? Casino Madonna was considered for the role of Ginger in Casino. Actor who got the part: Sharon Stone Chicago Was set to play "Velma Kelly" but moved on to do other projects like "The Next Best Thing" and her Drowned World tour. Actor who got the part: Catherine Zeta-Jones Even Cowgirls Get The Blues Around 1992, Madonna was reportedly being considered for the lead role. Actor who got the part: Uma Thurman The Fabulous Baker Boys Madonna turned down an offer to star. Actor who got the part: Michelle Pfeiffer Footloose "The Queen of Pop" read for the part of Ariel. Actor who got the part: Lori Singer Frida Madonna was reportedly considered to play Frida Kahlo. Madonna is an avid collector and big fan of her work. Actor who got the part: Salma Hayek Ghost Turned down the role of Molly Jensen, due to scheduling conflicts. Actor who got the part: Demi Moore The Godfather: Part III Madonna was considered for the role of Mary Corleone. Actor who got the part: Sofia Coppola Hair Auditioned unsuccessfully for a major role in director Milos Forman's movie version of the stage hit. Actor who got the part: Annie Golden Hairspray (2007) According to IMDB, Madonna was in the running to play the villainous role of "Velma Von Tussle." Actor who got the part: Michelle Pfeiffer Jacob's Ladder Madonna reportedly pursued this part and even auditioned twice. Elizabeth Pena won the the role playing opposite Tim Robbins. Actor who got the part: Elizabeth Pena Madagascar Madonna was attached to this project when it first announced to do the voice of Gloria the Hippo. Actor who got the part: Jada Pinkett Smith Music of the Heart Streep's schedule opened up, and the director and producers jumped at the chance. Actor who got the part: Meryl Streep ---> I thought Madonna quit due to 'creative differences' RKO 281 Madonna was cast as Marion Davies, but lost the role after the film was scaled down to a TV movie. Actor who got the part: Melanie Griffith Ruthless People Madonna was up for the Bette Midler part they were unable to come to contract terms. Actor who got the part: Bette Midler Siesta Madonna was approached to star by the director of several of her videos, but declined because of the amount of nudity the role required. Actor who got the part: Ellen Barkin Titanic Auditioned for the role of Rose, but was considered too old. Actor who got the part: Kate Winslet ---> this one is just a rumour right? from the top of my head : Graffitti Bridge (Prince) Untamed Heart (developped 4 her, went 2 Marissa Tomei) (Behind)The Red Door (Kyra Sedgwick) Recycle Hazle (aborted?) Tina Modotti (biopic produced by Mick Jagger, aborted?) Joan of Arc (she's still thanked in the credits by Luc Besson) Tank Girl (Lori Petty) Memoirs of a Geisha Leda & Swan (cop buddy movie with her & Demi Moore, aborted?) Triumph of the Spirit (co-starring Willem Dafoe) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Batman Returns Madonna was reportedly considered to play Catwoman. Actor who got the part: Michelle Pfeiffer That was always false, Burton said so. The ONLY other woman in line for that was Annett Benning, who was originally cast but had to drop out because she got pregnant. Thank God, Michelle was perfect. As for Frida, remember when JENNIFER LOPEZ wanted to play it so badly love you Henny, but as if bitch . Salma and her hairy face were so perfect mmm hmmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Not sure about footloose or Brazil. But yeah Blind date and boxing helena were supposed to be a big deal for M. Wouldve loved to see her in breaking the waves, id never heard of that! I heard she was sent a script for the role of crystal in Showgirls though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acko Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 FRIDA did get made because of Madonna though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acko Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 Footloose, I've seen in print a few times... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 boxing helena The LAST thing she needed was to be a part of that mess I heard she was sent a script for the role of crystal in Showgirls though. M was supposed to be up for Cristal and Drew Barrymore was up for Nomi the director has spoken about casting those roles though and never mentioned either of those women, so i doubt it was true. Madonna was just attached to it because she was a whore most likely Although all Showgirls needed was a bit of Madonna so much trashy camp fuckery the screen would have exploded Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip The Switch Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 That was always false, Burton said so. The ONLY other woman in line for that was Annett Benning, who was originally cast but had to drop out because she got pregnant. Thank God, Michelle was perfect. As for Frida, remember when JENNIFER LOPEZ wanted to play it so badly love you Henny, but as if bitch . Salma and her hairy face were so perfect mmm hmmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lymon Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 The fact that she turned down Chicago for THE NEXT BEST THING is just sad. And The Fabulous Baker Boys would've been great for her, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 She would have been decent in CHICAGO. Britney was considered for the small Lucy Lui cameo as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikki Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Ghost? Seriously? Wow.. really love this movie, but i can't really picture M in the role of Demi's character. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 They would have given poor M that hideous 90's bowl hair cut if she was in GHOST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loomer Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Pretty Woman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Pretty Woman was false. They were NEVER going to have an ACTUAL whorey sex symbol play a whore they needed a girl next door with a giant innocent smile like Ghoulia so we would feel for her. Madonna working the streets and finding a rich man to fall in love with would have been hilarious though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acko Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 Ugh Cinder-fuckin-rella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocksteady Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 (edited) Wasn't she supposed to play Rachel Marron in The Bodyguard but got turned down after making fun of Kevin Costner in Truth Or Dare ? Edited September 22, 2010 by rocksteady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmic_system Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 During the 98 fall promo for ROL she talked about THE RED DOOR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Wasn't she supposed to play Rachel Marron in The Bodyguard but got turned down after making fun of Kevin Costner in Truth Or Dare ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikki Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 During the 98 fall promo for ROL she talked about THE RED DOOR. Wait a sec, THE red door? From David Lynch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmic_system Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Wait a sec, THE red door? From David Lynch? I have no idea actually, I don't think the director was mentioned during the interview. She talked about it in the spanish interview (when she performed live Drowned World and The Power Of Goodbye) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acko Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 I have no idea actually, I don't think the director was mentioned during the interview. She talked about it in the spanish interview (when she performed live Drowned World and The Power Of Goodbye) I always assumed it was finally made as this: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vermicious knid Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 The Door in the Floor (2004) “Madonna really wanted to do the part,” Williams said. “I wasn’t really even considering her, but I called her in because I just wanted to meet Madonna.” So how was it? “It was a strange meeting,” he says. “She asked me about techniques, how all the shots would happen in the movie.” http://allaboutmadonna.com/2004/06/basinger-beats-out-madonna-for-door-role.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 I remember that movie, Kim Basinger got the role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nothingfails0603 Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 such a shame, she could've been a genuine movie star with the titles listed, but instead she wound up one of Hollywood's biggest jokes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nothingfails0603 Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 I've heard rumors that she was considered for two Jonathan Demme movies, Something Wild (Melanie Griffith got the part) and Married To The Mob (Michelle Pfeiffer got the part). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jordywind Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 movie i always thought madonna would have been great in was "The devil wears prada" i just think she would have been amazing doing that film!! xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmic_system Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 movie i always thought madonna would have been great in was "The devil wears prada" i just think she would have been amazing doing that film!! xx Doing WHAT? Meryl is EVERYTHING. Madonna was perfect..in the soundtrack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Coked Up Baby Boy Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Replacing Meryl in ANYTHING with Madonna is laughable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nothingfails0603 Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 movie i always thought madonna would have been great in was "The devil wears prada" i just think she would have been amazing doing that film!! xx I think you're right... I cannot believe Meryl won for Kramer Vs. Kramer in 1979 when Madonna played Bruna the same year in A Certain Sacrifice I don't think Madonna's as terrible as she's made out, but Meryl pretty much deserves a doctorette in acting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loomer Posted September 23, 2010 Share Posted September 23, 2010 Breaking the Waves Writer/director Lars Von Trier wanted Madonna to be in the lead. He wrote the film with her on his mind. He sent the script to her but didn't get any response from her. He didn't know why so he moved on. Actor who got the part: Emily Watson ----->Really???? The all time classic. Would she have to have done a Scottish accent? I'm not sure if even Lars Von Trier would have got a good performance out of her. Sure, that ugly annoying dog Bjorkle was good, but Von Trier is known for being particularly abrasive. Madonna + other volatile personality don't mix. I think Von Trier wanted to humiliate her and take her down a peg cause he's known for having a thing against women. But then she already had her own Von Trier figure with Abel Ferrara in Snake Eyes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loomer Posted September 23, 2010 Share Posted September 23, 2010 I think you're right... I cannot believe Meryl won for Kramer Vs. Kramer in 1979 when Madonna played Bruna the same year in A Certain Sacrifice I don't think Madonna's as terrible as she's made out, but Meryl pretty much deserves a doctorette in acting. Pretty much what she already got before starring in movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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