Monkeying Around
Tom has earned more creative flexibility in his parts after working as an actor for so long. When he played Stacee Jaxx in “Rock of Ages,” he requested a monkey sidekick from director Adam Shankman. After viewing the baboon’s audition, Cruise decided on the moniker “Hey Man” for the ape’s role. Though it was an unusual request, it undoubtedly enhanced the character’s flamboyance and excitement.
Monkeying Around
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A Special Date
Filmmakers sometimes have fun inserting phrases or props with hidden meanings into their films. The audience in the film “Rain Man,” can see the number 3762 on the car’s windscreen. The numbers represent Cruise’s birth date: July 3, 1962.
A Special Date
