Let's talk about Indecent Proposal. You know, the movie where Robert Redford offers a million dollars for a night with Demi Moore?
A million bucks! Even back then, that was serious cash. But today we are diving into something perhaps even more important.
The Age-Old Question (Pun Intended)
How old was Robert Redford in Indecent Proposal anyway? He wasn't exactly a spring chicken. But he was definitely still dreamy.
The answer? He was 56. Yep, fifty-six years young! Making him, in my totally unbiased opinion, peak Redford.
Don't @ me. I said what I said.
Was He Too Old? (Unpopular Opinion Alert!)
Now, some might say 56 is getting up there. Too old for a romantic lead, perhaps? Too old to be tempting Demi Moore with obscene amounts of money?
I disagree. Vehemently. In fact, I think the age adds to the character.
Consider this: he’s a billionaire. He's got the world figured out. That level of confidence comes with experience, right?
A younger guy offering the same deal wouldn't have the same gravitas. He'd just seem like a spoiled brat. No one wants that.
Robert Redford's age added a layer of sophistication and power to the role.
It made the offer believable. He wasn't just throwing money around; he knew the value of it.
The Silver Fox Factor
Let's be real: Robert Redford was, and is, a silver fox. That salt-and-pepper hair? The knowing glint in his eye?
It's all part of the package. And that package screams "wealthy, powerful, and knows what he wants."
And what he wanted was... well, you know. But that's beside the point. Or maybe it's entirely the point?
Think about it: a younger actor would have relied on youthful charm. Redford brought something else entirely: a worldly weariness.
He’d seen it all, done it all, and was still intrigued by...the premise of the movie. It adds a compelling dimension.
Age is Just a Number (and a Million Dollars)
Ultimately, Robert Redford's age in Indecent Proposal is a testament to his charisma. He was believable in that role, regardless of the years.
He proved that age is just a number. Especially when you're holding a check with a lot of zeros on it.
So next time you watch Indecent Proposal, appreciate the silver fox. Appreciate the wisdom. Appreciate the fact that some things just get better with age.
And maybe, just maybe, consider my unpopular opinion: Redford was perfect for the role. He brought a certain je ne sais quoi that a younger actor simply couldn't.
I will die on this hill.
