Rupert Murdoch ‘Is Very Happy’ Guy Pearce Is Playing Him in ‘Ink’; Actor Says Mogul’s Daughter Shared Praise
Actor Guy Pearce revealed that Elisabeth Murdoch confirmed her father, Rupert Murdoch, is pleased with his portrayal in the upcoming film 'Ink'. The film, which explores Murdoch's acquisition of The Sun, is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
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The intersection of media moguls and their cinematic depictions often highlights the ongoing public interest in the influence of major media figures.
Rupert Murdoch ‘Is Very Happy’ Guy Pearce Is Playing Him in ‘Ink’; Actor Says Mogul’s Daughter Shared Praise Rupert Murdoch is apparently "very happy" that he's being played by Guy Pearce in Danny Boyle's "Ink."
During the movie's press conference at the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday, Pearce was asked along with Boyle and screenwriter James Graham if they had spoken to Murdoch about the film. Though Pearce said he hadn't made contact with the mogul himself, he revealed that he reached out to Murdoch's daughter, Elisabeth Murdoch.
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