Jennifer Hudson Thinks History Will Be Kind To ‘Cats’
Just when you thought you were safe, we’ve got more news aboutCats, that nightmare-inducing CGI monstrosity that hit theaters in 2019.
Despite the legendary flop the movie has become, the film was full of wonderful actors, includingJennifer Hudson. In an interview to promote her upcoming movie,Respect, Hudson also shared her take on whatCats' legacy will be.
Jennifer Hudson — The Performer So Kind She Says Cats is ‘Misunderstood’
Perhaps you’ve left memories of theCatsall alone in the moonlight and forever out of your brain. If so, I recommend youcheck out the trailer again, like I did, and relive the whacked-out visuals and disturbingbutthole-less catcostumes CGI-ed over everyone.
Did you take a gander? If so, I’m sorry if your dreams tonight are full of horny humanoid felines coughing up furballs.
Am I being a bit mean aboutCats? Undoubtedly. You know who’s the opposite of mean, however? Jennifer Hudson.
In an interview withTotal Filmshe warmly responded when asked about her thoughts on the movie. “I loved that you asked aboutCats!” she said in the interviewer asked her about the film. “You know what? I think it was a bit overwhelming. It’s unfortunate that it was misunderstood. I think later down the line, people will see it differently. But it is something I am still very proud of and grateful to have been a part of. Yeah, I got to be Grizabella the Glamour Cat!”
Hudson’s rendition of arguablyCats' most famous song – “Memory” — is indeed something she should be proud of. Hudson is a phenomenal singer, and theAndrew Lloyd WebberBroadway show the movie is based on is popular for a reason. Even Hudson’s talents (andJudi Dench’s, andIdris Elba’s) couldn’t saveTom Hooper’s adaptation.
Other Actors’ Reactions to Cats
Hudson is also kinder than other creatives tied to theCatsfeature film. Dench described her cat look in the movie to resemble “five foxes f**king on my back,” andCatscreator Webber is on record sayinghe hatesJames Corden’sperformance of Bustopher Jones.
Hudson, on the other hand, says she enjoyed the experience so much she got two cats of her own. One is even named after Elba’s character, Macavity. “They are the best thing I’ve ever had,” she said. “I love them so much.”
One can’t help but admire Hudson’s positivity. One also can’t help but wonder if she ever saw the final movie or if she — like Dench and Corden have admitted — have never seen the final cut of the movie. Either way, I think we can all learn something from Hudson about finding the silver lining in any situation. I bet her cats are great, and I’m glad the movie got her two furry feline companions.
