Rupert Murdoch ‘Is Very Happy’ Guy Pearce Is Playing Him in ‘Ink’; Actor Says Mogul’s Daughter Shared Praise
Rupert Murdoch’s rare approval of his on‑screen portrait sparks buzz as Danny Boyle’s ‘Ink’ debuts at Venice.
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Who portrays Rupert Murdoch in the film “Ink”?
Guy Pearce plays Rupert Murdoch.
Which festival did “Ink” open?
It opened the 83rd Venice Film Festival.
What subject does Danny Boyle’s biopic focus on?
The rise of The Sun tabloid.
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Audiences will feel the rarity of a media mogul’s endorsement as Rupert Murdoch publicly says he is “very happy” about Guy Pearce’s turn as himself in Danny Boyle’s new biopic “Ink.” The surprise stems from the film’s focus on the rise of The Sun tabloid, a subject that has long been contentious. Evidence comes from Variety, which reports Murdoch’s satisfaction and notes the actor’s comment that Murdoch’s daughter praised the performance.
Variety and the Times have published reviews that describe the movie as gripping and sizzle‑laden, while IndieWire released a teaser highlighting the casting. The film opened the 83rd Venice Film Festival, positioning it for international attention.
With Murdoch’s approval and his daughter’s praise on record, observers wonder whether “Ink” will reshape public perception of The Sun’s legacy.
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Sources (5)
- Ink review The Times · 23h ago
- 'Ink' opens 83rd Venice Film Festival Yahoo · 23h ago
- ‘Ink’ Teaser: Guy Pearce Plays Rupert Murdoch in Danny Boyle’s Biopic About the Rise of The Sun Tabloid IndieWire · 23h ago
- ‘Ink’ Review: Danny Boyle’s Gripping, Sizzling Film About How a People’s Paper Lost Its Humanity, and Won variety.com · 23h ago
- Rupert Murdoch ‘Is Very Happy’ Guy Pearce Is Playing Him in ‘Ink’; Actor Says Mogul’s Daughter Shared Praise variety.com · 23h ago
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