Alan Tudyk Says His Name 'Was Not Mentioned' in I, Robot Publicity Because His Performance as Sonny the Robot Scored Higher With Test Audiences Than Will Smith
In a recent interview, actor Alan Tudyk claimed that his name was intentionally omitted from the publicity for the 2004 film "I, Robot" because his performance as the robot character Sonny scored higher with test audiences than that of the film's lead actor, Will Smith. Tudyk alleged that this decision was made to avoid overshadowing Smith's role as the protagonist. The article suggests that Tudyk's portrayal of Sonny was well-received by audiences, but the filmmakers chose to focus the marketing on Smith's star power rather than highlighting Tudyk's contributions. This claim provides an insight into the behind-the-scenes dynamics and decision-making processes in the entertainment industry, where commercial considerations can sometimes take precedence over recognizing the achievements of supporting cast members.
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