A Quote by Richard Corliss

Starring Russell Crowe as the Patron of the First Ark, 'Noah' had affronted some Christian literalists with its giant rock men, its weird visions, and the occasionally dark motives of its protagonist. But the film corralled enough religious leaders, including Pope Francis (with whom Crowe snagged an audience), to salve canonical objections.

Richard Corliss

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Richard Corliss
American - Writer
March 6, 1944 - April 23, 2015

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Michael Jai White

Russell Crowe is very difficult, but it's worth it. He's the real thing. I can tell you this. Russell Crowe was just as difficult before he was an international star as he was afterwards.

Taylor Hackford

I loved 'Gladiator' when I was young. Russell Crowe was a big inspiration; the fact that he plays my father in 'Noah' was amazing.

Douglas Booth

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Curtis Hanson

In the story, which is only a few chapters long in Genesis, Noah never even speaks until after the flood - but when you have Russell Crowe, you're going to make him speak.

Darren Aronofsky

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Ryan Gosling

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Jennifer Connelly

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Jennifer Connelly

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Stephanie Zacharek

I think Russell Crowe is a brilliant actor.

Rebel Wilson

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Kevin Hart

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