Variety: Josh Gad and Tim Robbins were among the film’s stars who praised Alecia Moore’s (better known by her stage name Pink) acting debut during the film’s preem at ArcLight Hollywood. The dramedy, which also stars Mark Ruffalo (who didn’t attend the Los Angeles premiere), Gwyneth Paltrow, and Patrick Fugit, follows a group of addicts who depend on each other to overcome their sex dependencies.
“I’m not an actress; I’m just here,” Moore said modestly. “It’s just new, you know? I’m with people that are at the top of their game and it was awesome to get to watch.”
However, her costars didn’t let her get the last word in.
“I think she is an actress, no matter what she says,” Robbins said. “She’s really good, really good!”
In fact, Gad, who starred opposite Moore in the bulk of her scenes, said the songstress-turned-actress’ raw talent left the cast in awe.
“She showed up the first day and she’s like, ‘You know guys, I’m sorry. I don’t want to hold people back. I’m new to this whole thing,’” Gad recalled. “And then, all of a sudden the cameras roll and it was like we were in “Sophie’s Choice.” Like it was the most amazing acting I’ve ever seen. I looked over at Tim and Mark Ruffalo [and said], ‘We’re dead. She’s going to steal the whole movie from us.’”
The movie delves into the timely topic of sex addiction, which is also explored in Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s upcoming film “Don Jon” and in 2011’s “Shame,” starring Michael Fassbender. Moore said “Thanks for Sharing” stands out from the other flicks because of its comedic and light-hearted approach to the serious issue.
“I think in the universe things just happen like that,” Moore said. “It’s like, why’d you put out an album called “Funhouse” and then three months later, Britney [Spears ] puts out “Circus”? I don’t know. It just happens this way. This one’s different though. I am a firm believer that a spoon full of sugar makes the medicine go down.”
Moore said the film helps counter the misconception that sex addiction isn’t a legitimate disease.
“I know a lot about addiction,” she said. “I’ve lost a lot of people in my life and had some interesting experiences myself. I believe that all addiction comes from the same monster, it just wears different masks.”
The stars later made their way to Hollywood’s Aventine bar where they rubbed elbows with the likes of Rebecca Romijn, Tony Shalhoub, Russell Simmons, and Peter Gallagher.
So much praise for her "official" acting debut! I can't wait for more films for Alecia Moore.
And highlighting the Britney part is stupid. It's not shade. She was simply saying sometimes 2 people have the same idea at the same time. It just happens. Lets not make something out of nothing.
“She showed up the first day and she’s like, ‘You know guys, I’m sorry. I don’t want to hold people back. I’m new to this whole thing,’” Gad recalled. “And then, all of a sudden the cameras roll and it was like we were in “Sophie’s Choice.” Like it was the most amazing acting I’ve ever seen. I looked over at Tim and Mark Ruffalo [and said], ‘We’re dead. She’s going to steal the whole movie from us.’”
On the flip side, Josh Gad has phenomenal chemistry with Alecia Moore (aka pop artist Pink), showing the strength, power, and reward that comes out of being a group member. Gad shines as a self-destructive addict who wants to get better but refuses to do anything about it initially, as his repeated mis-cues cause Mike and Adam to question both commitment and will-power. Gad delivers laughs while messing about, but once he gets serious, his character Neil is a source of inspiration and intrigue, aided by a serious and emotional turn from Pink. These two talents shined brightest throughout Thanks For Sharing, making for the most rewarding relationship amidst a sometimes overly-complicated story.
And I agree with David. This is from interview on the October issue of Women's Health:
"I'm not taking anything away from Britney because I really like her a lot, but I would never go to a show where the person was lip-synching. When you grow up listening to Janis Joplin, you're not going to want to see somebody mime. I've always said I like Britney. I swear to God, I've stuck up for Britney since the beginning. She and I have talked about it. My point was, 'Stop comparing me to her, because we're different animals.'"
Like it was the most amazing acting I’ve ever seen. I looked over at Tim and Mark Ruffalo [and said], ‘We’re dead. She’s going to steal the whole movie from us.’”
She said sometimes people have an idea at the same time and used it as an example. There's no way either one could've stole from the other. Both albums had their title tracks recorded before either one had even announced an album title.
it's so nice to see acclaimed singers become acclaimed actors. It usually doesn't work that way. Especially with today's group of singers/actors.
