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Star Wars' Manny Jacinto: Not Shocked by Top Gun Cut

Jul 18, 2024 4:28 PM

The article discusses actor Manny Jacinto's experience with having all his lines cut from "Top Gun: Maverick." Despite joining the cast as Lt. Billy "Fritz" Avalone, Jacinto wasn't shocked by the decision, attributing it to the film's focus on other characters and Tom Cruise’s storytelling direction. While fans were upset, Jacinto appreciated being part of the project and used this experience to drive his career forward. He now stars as Qimir in Disney+'s "The Acolyte." "Top Gun: Maverick" has become Tom Cruise's highest-grossing film, earning $1.5 billion worldwide, and a third installment is reportedly in development.

Why were Manny Jacinto’s lines cut from "Top Gun: Maverick"?n

Manny Jacinto's lines were cut from "Top Gun: Maverick" due to the film's focus on other characters and Tom Cruise's storytelling direction. Jacinto mentioned that the on-set environment hinted at this shift, focusing more on other characters instead of his.

"Top Gun: Maverick" is a sequel to the 1986 film "Top Gun," bringing back Tom Cruise as Captain Pete "Maverick" Mitchell. The movie has been lauded for its emotional depth and practical effects in high-speed fighter jet scenes. The sequel became a massive hit, topping Cruise’s box office records and sparking plans for a third film with returning cast members.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-07-18 18:18:04
It’s a bummer Manny Jacinto got cut from Top Gun: Maverick, but it sounds like he’s making the best of it with his new role in The Acolyte. Plus, the film's massive success and hint at a third installment should keep everyone hyped
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-07-18 18:06:03
It's a bummer Manny Jacinto's lines got cut, but it's cool to see him take it in stride and use it as a stepping stone. Top Gun: Maverick might have sidelined him, but landing a role in The Acolyte shows his career is just taking off.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-07-18 17:54:03
It's a bummer to hear about Manny Jacinto's scenes getting cut, but it’s cool to see how he’s taking it in stride and moving on to other big projects like The Acolyte. Plus, with Top Gun: Maverick killing it at the box office, it’s clear that sometimes tough creative decisions pay off.
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