Sally Field Stars in Netflix's 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' as New Details Emerge on Past Relationship
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Sally Field is starring in the new Netflix film 'Remarkably Bright Creatures,' which begins streaming on Friday. In a recent interview, she revealed that her former partner Burt Reynolds disapproved of her Oscar-winning role in 'Norma Rae' and discouraged her from promoting it. The couple, who starred in four films together including 'Smokey and the Bandit,' split permanently in 1982.
Facts First
- Sally Field stars in the Netflix film 'Remarkably Bright Creatures', a story about a widow who bonds with an octopus.
- The film begins streaming on Netflix this Friday, marking Field's latest project.
- Field revealed Burt Reynolds disapproved of her role in 'Norma Rae', a film for which she won the Best Actress Oscar.
- Reynolds discouraged her from attending the 'Norma Rae' premiere at Cannes and refused to attend the Oscars.
- The couple's five-year relationship ended in 1982 after making four films together, including 'Smokey and the Bandit.'
What Happened
Sally Field is starring in the Netflix production 'Remarkably Bright Creatures,' which begins streaming on Friday. In an interview with People magazine, Field discussed her past relationship with Burt Reynolds, revealing he disapproved of the subject matter of her 1979 film 'Norma Rae' because the character had a sexual past. Reynolds discouraged Field from attending the film's premiere at the Cannes Film Festival and refused to attend the Oscars, where Field won the award for Best Actress. Field and Reynolds were in an on-and-off relationship for five years before splitting permanently in 1982. They made four movies together, including 'Smokey and the Bandit,' 'Hooper,' 'The End,' and a 'Smokey' sequel in 1980.
Why this Matters to You
If you're a fan of Sally Field's work, you have a new film to watch this weekend that showcases her in a leading role. For those interested in Hollywood history, her revelations provide a candid look at the personal and professional pressures actors, particularly women, have faced in the industry. Her story may resonate with anyone who has navigated a relationship where a partner was unsupportive of their career ambitions.
What's Next
'Remarkably Bright Creatures' will be available for streaming on Netflix starting Friday, offering viewers a new story from a celebrated actress. Field's continued openness about her past in interviews and her 2018 memoir, 'In Pieces,' suggests she may share more insights in the future, which could provide further context for her career choices and personal journey.