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Keanu Reeves has been a household name in Hollywood even before the rise of theJohn Wicksaga. He was a cultural icon in the ‘90s and continued to be one of the most in-demand actors at the turn of the century. Then, come 2014, and the sleeper hit neo-noir action movie that we all know became his legacy.
How did Reeves become even more popular afterJohn Wick? It’s difficult to measure the magnitude of his success because for someone already well-known in the industry to become even more distinguished is a new level of fame that cannot be encapsulated in one word.
The Secret To Keanu Reeves’ Ever-Flourishing Career
Keanu Reeves’47 RonincostarHiroyuki Sanadashared a feasible theory on why the famed action legend’s career keeps soaring to new heights. In his conversation withPeople, theShōgunactor believes it was humility and kindness that brought Reeves his success. “He was so humble, very kind to others but very hard on himself,” he told the outlet.
Sanada first worked with Reeves in 2013’s47 Ronin, a historical fantasy drama set in the late medieval period of Japan. The film did not emerge as a box office success, mainly because it did not live up to the expectations of the Japanese audience and it’s been ten years sinceThe Matrix Revolutionswas released.
Nonetheless, a year after that,Chad Stahelski’sJohn Wickput Reeves on the map again. Ten years after47 Ronin, the costars reunited forChapter 4, and according to Sanada, the Canadian star did not change. He was still the humble and kind person from a decade ago.
As soon as the firstJohn Wickmovie found its footing, its popularity accelerated to great speed, which made more demands for future sequels. “That’s why he became that big, I thought,” Sanada said about Reeves’ renewed fame afterJohn Wick. Apparently, the latter possesses a great energy that makes him strive to do his best in every performance.
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Fans can agree with Sanada’s statement because the evidence is all over the news. The actor is known for his philanthropy and random acts of kindness, like donating money to charities and hospitals, and even giving Christmas bonuses to the crew members ofThe Matrixfilms.
Keanu Reeves Prepares For More Upcoming Projects
While there have been reports about the upcomingJohn Wick 5film, Reeves has a lot of other upcoming projects on his plate. The actor will be voicing Shadow inSonic the Hedgehog 3, which opens in December, and also gearing up for the sequel to 2005’sConstantine, which is reportedly in the works with directorFrancis Lawrenceat the helm.
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The live-actionBRZRKRmovie also received a positive update from writerMattson Tomlinduring his appearance at the San Diego Comic-Con stating that he could not wait for fans to see what he and Reeves have in store for them. It seems like a busy year ahead for the 60-year-old Hollywood legend!
John Wickis currently available to watch on Netflix.
Ariane Cruz
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Ariane Cruz is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows with over 3,000 articles published. Her love for pop culture and the creative arts fuels her passion to deliver engaging and informative stories. Her daily consumption of films, shows, and books keeps her energized for the day, along with her mission to serve as the bridge between fans and their favorite franchises.
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