Her Move to Silence
With an Oscar to her name, everyone anticipated big things from Tomei. However, no one suspected her next project would be a silent movie! Rather than starring in another blockbuster, Tomei took the role of Mabel Normand in Chaplin. Robert Downey Jr. played Charlie Chaplin. Tomei was dating him at the time. Even with the surprise choice, Tomei blew away casting directors and fans alike with her dramatic performance. Perhaps this is what helped land her a guest role in a popular television series…
Her Move to Silence
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