Writer Ron Nyswaner, who was nominated for his work on the Philadelphia screenplay, explained that the movie needed big stars who could draw the attention of audiences who might not otherwise be interested in the subject matter. And part of it is because little Tommy Hanks is playing the role.” You don’t have to be threatened by this man’s presence. It’s something else, but it doesn’t have to be scary. And because of then, this idea of a gay man with AIDS is not scary. I have never been one to strike fear into anybody’s hearts when I enter the room or first appear on screen.
“My screen persona is pretty much nonthreatening. “There is this constant desire on the part of the studios to make characters likable,” the Elvis actor explained.
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