Brokeback Mountain: Our Community's Common Bond > Heath Ledger Remembrance Forum
The Latest on Jake G.
MilAn:
I don't know if i can agree with that "ifyoucan'tfixit".
I think you can release a statement through your PR. I believe that's how most of Heath's family, friends and co-stars did it. To me a statement would mean paying respect to a dead family member, friend or co-star. But of course Jake doesn't owe us a statement and there probably will be none and that we must accept!
Brown Eyes:
It really is interesting to see how much of an impact this uncertainty about Jake is having on Brokie fandom (for better or worse, it just simply is having an impact). And, it really seems true that as soon as he does emerge into the public eye again (officially) things in Brokie fandom will shift again.
--- Quote from: MilAn on March 15, 2008, 04:03:07 pm ---I think you can release a statement through your PR. I believe that's how most of Heath's family, friends and co-stars did it. To me a statement would mean paying respect to a dead family member, friend or co-star. But of course Jake doesn't owe us a statement and there probably will be none and that we must accept!
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And, I tend to agree with this point of view MilAn. A eulogy type of statement is entirely different from paparazzi intrusiveness into personal grief.
mvansand76:
It's funny how this subject keeps popping up, but I guess that's because the feelings of disappointment are pretty irrational, but strangely persistent as well.
To be perfectly honest, I actually feel disappointed in Jake, and I know it's completely irrational, but I feel like I will never feel the same about him again. That doesn't mean that I will defame him on websites or livejournals or join discussions that spread hatred about him. No way, it's just a private little feeling I have and I am not going to apologize for it. I can try to explain it, but it's probably too subconscious to really understand, let alone explain. I will still go and see his movies, I will still enjoy watching pictures of him, but it's all different now.
Am I still making sense?
It's maybe because I do feel that, as with all the other people who have spoken about Heath (people who did and didn't know him) or have given a statement, he could have at least done something, like post a little message on his official website. Even if it was only for the Brokies that he knows are out there and are hurting so bad and just want to know if he's OK.
I feel that it is perfectly OK to be a private person when you're an actor, and he is totally entitled to that. But throw us a bone every once in a while Jake, let us know you are still alive and a breathing and realizing that you have fans of the movies you have starred in.
To voice Forrest Gump: That's all I have to say about that.
;D
Brown Eyes:
Hey Mel,
I understand what you mean, and I think you're completely entitled to feel how you feel without having to apologize or worry about it.
I do sort of wonder, through this whole particularly difficult phase these past several months, how Jake perceives his fan base and how particularly he understands his role amongst Brokeback fans. I mean, he must have some awareness of the special status he and Heath have amongst Brokie fans and also must be aware of the trauma going through this fan base.
And, I agree and keep saying that he doesn't necessarily owe anyone anything. But, still it would be nice to hear from him. And, I think he could change this newfound curiosity, uncertainty and ambivalence (and sometimes anger) in the Brokie fandom right now over this... in the blink of an eye.
Marge_Innavera:
--- Quote from: ifyoucantfixit on March 15, 2008, 02:54:55 pm --- I agree ...It seems that those who decry the activities of the paps,, are the ones that
also are the most aggrivated by his lack of response..Its either one way or the other..You want
them to be left alone, with their privacy. Or you dont..and this falls under the catagory of the
privacy issues to the greatest amount yet.
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I guess that's the reason why most people would rather be rich than famous. Fame can be like an abusive lover or spouse: beating the crap out of you and then bringing you flowers in the hospital.
As far as the Brokie fandom is concerned, IMO this is a sad indication that this story and movie might not have changed as many lives as we'd like to think.
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