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Simply with a film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, audiences know it's a guarantee of excellence.
Leonardo DiCaprio and the brilliant director Martin Scorsese are regarded as one of Hollywood's most perfect pairs. Over two decades, both have been honored at numerous prestigious film awards for their collaborative works.
And coming soon, they're teaming up once again for their sixth film titled 'Killers of the Flower Moon.' Although this film has yet to be released, both have confirmed their collaboration on another project named 'The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder,' through Apple Original Films.
According to many critics, Martin Scorsese, the cinematic giant, only has two muses: Robert De Niro and the second being Leonardo DiCaprio. In fact, it was De Niro who chose the Titanic heartthrob for their joint venture in the 1993 film 'This Boy's Life.'
Later, he spoke to his director friend about Leo's excellent acting abilities on set, ultimately leading to Martin Scorsese's decision to cast Leo as the lead actor in his 2002 film 'Gangs of New York.'
During this period, Leonardo DiCaprio was still navigating his post-Titanic path. 'Gangs of New York' became a milestone, helping him define his career trajectory, moving away from his previous heartthrob image to become one of the most respected actors in Hollywood. The initial collaboration between Leo and Martin garnered significant recognition, praised by critics and a box office success.
Just two years later, audiences continued to witness another collaboration between this talented director and Hollywood's leading man in 'The Aviator.' The film grossed $214 million and received 11 Oscar nominations, with Cate Blanchett winning for Best Supporting Actress.
'It's fascinating because I've been doing this since I was 13. Looking back on my journey, I realize the core of my career is the serendipitous collaboration I've had with Martin Scorsese,' Leo told Indie Wire in 2014.
In 2006, they continued their collaboration with the crime thriller 'The Departed.' The film was a box office success, earning nearly $300 million - an impressive feat at the time. However, its greatest success was earning Scorsese his first Best Director Oscar after 7 previous nominations.
After 4 years of working together, director Martin and the Titanic star found a solid chemistry in crafting the character of undercover cop Billy Costigan. The film continued to be a milestone in the lives of these two talented individuals in Hollywood.
'Shutter Island' marks the fourth collaboration between director Martin Scorsese and his muse Leonardo DiCaprio. With this film, Martin is hailed as a trailblazer in the new wave of psychological thrillers, packed with mystery and suspense until the very end. Despite mixed reviews, the film grossed nearly $300 million on a budget of just $80 million.
With their fifth reunion in 2013's The Wolf of Wall Street, Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese cemented themselves as the iconic duo of Hollywood cinema. Continuing their streak of acclaimed collaborations, The Wolf of Wall Street received high praise from critics and notably won the 71st Golden Globe Award.
Recalling Leo's outstanding performance in The Revenant, which earned him the Best Actor Oscar at the 2016 Academy Awards, he didn't forget to express gratitude to his directorial friend (even though Martin Scorsese wasn't the director of The Revenant).
'I need to thank everyone who's been part of my journey,' the actor shared. 'I want to thank Mr. Caton-Jones for casting me in my first film. Thank you, Martin Scorsese, for teaching me so much about this art form.'
Not stopping there, in numerous interviews, Leo frequently mentions this director and extends his gratitude. 'It's challenging for me to articulate or put into words everything I've learned from Martin. These pivotal moments are hard to recount because you need to take a deep breath, reflect, and finally realize what you've learned,' Leo shared in an interview with Indie Wire. 'I've grown immensely as an actor to achieve these moments with Martin - where he's provided me with the most precise guidance.'
Not just Leo, the 79-year-old director himself expresses gratitude to the actor for helping him create timeless works. He shared with THR in 2013: 'Working with Leo has reignited the passion in making films. There's always something fresh and moreover when I work with him. He digs deeper each time.'
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