The claim that Cate Blanchett starred in “The Lord of the Rings” primarily for sandwiches appears to be a humorous or exaggerated statement rather than a literal account.
Blanchett, who portrayed the elf Galadriel in Peter Jackson’s renowned trilogy, may have been using humor to comment on the disparity in pay in the film industry, especially regarding gender.
Blanchett’s remark about only receiving “free sandwiches” and keeping her elf ears, rather than a substantial monetary fee, seems to highlight the often under-discussed issue of pay inequality in Hollywood.
“I basically got free sandwiches and kept my elf ears. Women don’t get paid as much as you think,” she said.
A reference to Orlando Bloom’s relatively modest $175,000 for the entire trilogy further emphasizes the financial dynamics of big-budget films. Especially for actors who not yet established stars.
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Blanchett’s statement should likely interpreted as a tongue-in-cheek commentary rather than a factual recounting of her compensation for the iconic role.
