When this topic from Long and Short Reviews popped up I had to answer, simply because this is one I've had arguments with people about many times - ridiculous arguments, I might add, since the complaint is usually "Why do you know all this stupid shit?"
Remembering who actors are and whether or not they sign autographs.
I collect autographs in my spare time and absolutely love the cinema, so I'm quite good at recognising somebody and saying "Oh, that's X, they were in Y and Z. They sign, but only through venues, not via their agent." I've had a lot of people roll their eyes and wonder why anyone would need to know all this, and the simple answer is I don't need to - it's just something that comes from loving films and knowing who it's worth trying to contact. No point writing to Tom Cruise when he only signs at premieres.
I'm interested to see what everyone else will come up with!
That's quite a niche talent, Tanith! Excellent!
ReplyDeleteIt's certainly one I've never encountered before.
DeleteI absolutely LOVE this. I love useless information (though in your case, it's definitely not useless for you). And I had no idea about Tom Cruise. That's... different.
ReplyDeleteTom Cruise likes to show up five hours before his premieres so he can work the crowd and he'll sign, pose for photos, talk to your friend on the phone, whatever you like. He loves the crowd.
DeleteThis is so fun. It’s not something I think about, but I love that it makes you happy. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's just something that sticks in my head :)
DeleteWOW! that is a talent. I think it is great.
ReplyDeleteI love watching movies, but I am awful at remembering actors' names.
I don't know why, but the information sticks in my head.
DeleteThat's a neat talent.
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
DeleteWow! There could be a market for this!
ReplyDeleteI like that idea :)
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