Cate Blanchett
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Cate Blanchett mentions A House with a Clock in Its Walls, Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, and The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.
And as a kid, A House with a Clock in Its Walls, I'll read all of those books as a kid.
It takes as much effort for you to play Elizabeth I as it does to be in Lord of the Rings.
Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Oh my God. She's so good.
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“As a kid, A House with a Clock in Its Walls, I'll read all of those books as a kid.”
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“Lord of the Rings is one of my favorite books series. I'm so glad you were in it.”
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“Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.”
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The host mentioned 'A House with a Clock in Its Walls' as a beloved childhood book, highlighting its significance in their formative years. They ex…
The host mentions 'Lord of the Rings' to illustrate the effort required in acting for blockbuster films compared to more prestigious roles. This hi…
The host mentioned 'The Hobbit' while discussing their admiration for the guest's work in 'Lord of the Rings.' It highlights the host's appreciatio…
Movies & Documentaries Mentioned
Pinocchio
“Kate has an incredibly packed year coming up, starting with the Pinocchio with another collaboration with the one and only Guillermo del Toro again.”
Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull
“The mention of Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull relates to the challenges of acting in big movies compared to character-driven roles.”
Nightmare Alley
“Mentioned as a very stylized film with a distinctive point of view, discussing the challenges of working on it.”
The Gift
“A discussion about the film 'The Gift' and the great job done by Joel.”
Lord of the Rings
“Mentioned as part of a discussion about an actress's performances.”
The Hobbit
“Mentioned as part of a discussion about an actress's performances.”
The Bees
“Recalled as a horror movie featuring Dame Peggy Ashcroft, which left a lasting impression due to its imagery.”
Singing in the Rain
“Singing in the Rain is referenced in the context of a climate change musical performed at university.”
A House with a Clock in Its Walls
“Mention of 'A House with a Clock in Its Walls' as a favorite from childhood.”