US EditionFilm Fans ‘Thankful’ as Will Smith Reveals He Turned Down Three of the All Time Biggest Movie Roles
- Will Smith revealed in 2019 that he turned down the lead roles in The Matrix and Inception, two major films in Hollywood.
- Smith said he declined The Matrix because he did not connect with the Wachowskis' pitch and felt Inception's concept was confusing to him.
- He explained that The Matrix was directed by then-unknown Wachowskis and Inception, a 2010 sci-fi thriller, became a global blockbuster starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
- Smith stated, “I didn’t get Inception,” and acknowledged Keanu Reeves was perfect for Neo, adding he is not proud but honest about these decisions.
- These rejections shaped Smith’s career and highlight the challenges actors face in choosing projects, while also fueling speculation about his possible future involvement with The Matrix franchise.
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