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Vin Diesel’s Hollywood career has been closely intertwined with theFast & Furiousblockbuster franchise, significantly catapulting him to international fame. Diesel developed a passion for acting at an early age and pursued his dreams with unwavering determination.
Diesel’s breakthrough role came in 2000 when he starred as Dominic Toretto in the first installment ofThe Fast and the Furious.The film’s high-octane action and Diesel’s intense and charismatic performance struck a chord with audiences worldwide. It became a massive success, establishing Diesel as a leading action star and the face of the franchise. However, the actor might have overstated the franchise in the past.
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Vin Diesel Was Confident Furious 7 Will Sweep The Oscars
In a display of unwavering confidence,Vin Dieselexpressed his belief that the seventh installment of theFast & Furiousfranchise,Furious 7,had a genuine shot at achieving cinematic glory at the prestigious Academy Awards. He anticipated the film to be a blockbuster at the box office and proclaimed that it would “sweep” the 2016 Oscars. Despite skepticism from others, Diesel boldly made this ambitious prediction during an interview with Variety.
While Vin Diesel’s prediction thatFurious 7would become a monumental success proved accurate as it shattered numerous box office records (as reported by Billboard), his subsequent comments were met with silence. Asserting that the film would likely win Best Picture at the Oscars, he boldly stated that nothing else could come close to its extraordinary impact.
Contrary to Vin Diesel’s expectations, the Academy’s decision revealed that at least eight other films were considered to have rivaled the impact ofFurious 7,ultimately awardingSpotlightthe coveted Best Picture honor that year. Vulture reported that even the studio found his Oscar aspirations implausible when approached for comment on the actor’s prediction, a Universal executive could only respond with laughter, highlighting the disconnect between Diesel’s hopeful anticipation and the industry’s perception.
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Vin Diesel Can’t Stop MakingFast And FuriousFilms
The success ofThe Fast and the Furiousmarked the beginning of Diesel’s enduring association with the franchise. He went on to reprise his role in subsequent installments, showcasing his driving skills and on-screen charisma. His portrayal of Toretto, a skilled street racer with a strong sense of loyalty, resonated with fans and contributed to the franchise’s immense popularity.
Over the years, Diesel’s involvement in theFast & Furiousfranchise expanded beyond acting. He became a producer for the series, actively shaping its direction and overseeing its growth. Diesel’s commitment to the franchise and his passion for delivering high-octane action and heartfelt performances has solidified his status as an integral part of theFast & Furiousfamily.
Furious 7is available for rent and purchase on Google Play and Amazon Instant Video.
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Source:Nicki Swift
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