Tom Cruise is not only one of the most recognized actors in all of Hollywood but has over time established himself as one of the most versatile, especially due to the multiple talents he possesses and has demonstrated in various projects.
That’s why last year, Tom O’Dell created a documentary in his honor, depicting his journey from Top Gun to the Mission: Impossible franchise, showcasing various facets of him, but especially how he became the biggest movie star in the world.
According to the director, he has achieved this “by risking his life and physical integrity to perform death-defying stunts” in various film productions, such as Jack Ryder and other notable titles.
Tom Cruise: The Last Movie Star ranked No. 6 on Starz
Tom Cruise: The Last Movie Star is the unauthorized documentary film about the actor that has become a trending topic in the last few hours, especially among Starz users. According to Flix Patrol, the title has become the sixth most-watched globally, surpassing The Wrestler and Geostorm.
The story portrays the life of Tom Cruise: actor, producer, daredevil. He was the face of Hollywood in the 1980s, and after a mid-career crisis, his future seemed uncertain. However, thanks to his steadfast commitment to entertaining audiences worldwide, he has risked his life and fought his way back to the top.
In a entertainment world dominated by superheroes and fantasy franchises, he seems to be the last movie star. Therefore, the film consists of some of his great moments, as well as interviews with some well-known actors, writers, and producers. Among them is Thomas Arnold, who served as the narrator.
Documentary marks Tom Cruise’s odyssey and resurgence
What the story aims to demonstrate is how the actor’s actions fell so low that he then starred in the most notable comeback of his career in Hollywood history. Not only has he revitalized his on-screen persona and revived the fortunes of the post-COVID theatrical experience, but he has also become one of the most popular stars.
O’Dell, the filmmaker behind the project, spoke about the film before its release and stated, “Tom Cruise is one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures in Hollywood. This documentary tells the story of his incredible career and how he has managed to stay at the top for over 40 years. It’s a must-see for any Cruise or movie fan“.
Lise Romanoff, CEO and Managing Director of Vision Films, supported it and didn’t hesitate to praise the actor, saying, “I think it’s easy to forget how remarkable Tom Cruise’s career has been, with so many twists and turns”.
“Even in the 1980s, when many saw him as a heartthrob, he was working with the best in the business: Martin Scorsese, Oliver Stone, Paul Newman, Dustin Hoffman. He was a movie star. But he was, above all, an actor. Then, just as he successfully transformed into an action star with the Mission Impossible movies and his work with Spielberg, his public image plummeted. Who would have predicted in 2005 that almost twenty years later he would be in his sixties and once again be the biggest star in Hollywood?” added Romanoff.