Sentences with phrase «as contenders for the role»

Elba has been long touted as a contender for the role when current star Daniel Craig steps down, even receiving support from another former Bond,...

Five names have already emerged as contenders for the role of the Daily Planet's star reporter and the Man of Steel's love interest.

Not exact matches

According to Anna Stupnytska, global economist at Fidelity International, Jerome Powell's appointment as Fed chair represents policy continuity in the near - term and might even result in a slightly easier monetary stance than some other contenders for the role.

Hull City have emerged as shock contenders for the signature of Manchester United and England forward Danny Welbeck, should he grow frustrated with a bit - part role at Old Trafford.

The adidas Golden Ball winner at South Africa 2010 sat down with FIFA.com to discuss every angle of Russia 2018: Uruguay's chances, the influence of Luis Suarez, his role as a fan and the contenders for the Trophy.

Sunderland might lose Sam Allardyce if he is picked for the role as he is believed to be among the major contenders to clinch the job as manager of the Three Lions.

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to be a strong contender for the prestigious prize as well, having played a big role in his side's title success last season, with the help of fellow nominees Mesut Ozil, Iker Casillas, Karim Benzema, Xabi Alonso and Sergio Ramos.

Tom Heaton had emerged as a genuine contender for the England goalkeeper's role currently held by West Ham's Joe Hart.

Heaton had emerged as a genuine contender for the England goalkeeper's role currently held by West Ham's Joe Hart.

Chamakh's experience, positional versatility (he can play attacking midfield roles, as he has for Crystal Palace, as a # 10 and can of course play upfront), goalscoring potential from midfield, height and defensive prowess makes him a strong contender to solve Arsenal's midfield crisis and help Arsenal on their title tilt for the EPL trophy.

But Long also insisted she has no role as a contender for a federal office in championing the repeal of any state law, although she did say she would have voted «no» on the marriage bill last summer had she been a state senator.

Conlin played an active role in the 20 - 10 elections, endorsing and acting as a frequent surrogate for the entire statewide Democratic ticket, particularly then - gubernatorial hopeful Andrew Cuomo and state AG contender Eric Schneiderman.

Sam Elliott gets the role of his long acting career in The Hero, and as he told a packed audience at Deadline's 7th annual The Contenders awards - season event last month, the biggest surprise of all for him was that he actually got to play an actor for the first time.

Director Ben Affleck's thriller is a bona fide contender for the Best Picture trophy, and Arkin's role as Hollywood producer Lester Siegel is both hilarious and genuinely moving.

Funnily enough his son, Alexander Skarsgard (currently vamping it up as Eric on TV's True Blood), was rumoured to be one of the principal contenders for the lead role of Thor himself, which eventually went to Chris Hemsworth.

Hugh Jackman, who's been in Atlanta filming his role as former U.S. Sen. Gary Hart and presidential contender Gary Hart in «The Front Runner,» will take time out for a fundraiser benefiting hurricane - devastated Puerto Rico.

The movie will be headlined by Frank Grillo, who is best - known for his roles in «The Purge» and «Wolf Warrior II,» which has grossed an estimated $ 850 million in China; Jamie Bell, who stars opposite Annette Bening in «Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool,» which SPC is positioning as an awards contender; Margaret Qualley, who starred in «The Nice Guys» and «Novitiate,» which SPC has acquired; and James Badge Dale («Only the Brave»).

Along with Firth and Eisenberg, best - actor contenders are Javier Bardem as a dying father in the Spanish - language drama «Biutiful,» which also is up for best foreign - language film; Bridges as boozy lawman Rooster Cogburn in «True Grit,» a role that earned John Wayne an Oscar for the 1969 adaptation of the Western novel; and James Franco in the real - life tale of a climber trapped in a crevasse after a boulder crushes his arm in «127 Hours.»

That is clear from the beautiful costumes by Oscar - winner Sandy Powell, who could be a strong contender for another nomination this year, to the acting by vets like Helena Bonham Carter (in a brief but fun role as the Fairy Godmother), Derek Jacobi and Stellan Skarsgaard.

The Contenders: Though most celebrated for her TV work — she is a seven - time Emmy winner, after all — Allison Janney (I, Tonya) absolutely devours the scenery as Tonya Harding's abusive stage mother, LaVona Golden, a role guaranteed to catch the Academy's eye.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead would be a strong contender as she had once tested for the role of Sharon Carter in Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

It could go either way as an awards contender, with seemingly attractive roles for Samuel L. Jackson, Patrick Wilson and Kerry Washington.

Speaking of likely unreliable casting rumors, the live - action Akira remake has reportedly narrowed down its choice of actors for the two lead roles of Tetsuo and Kaneda, and yeah... I'd go ahead and set your teeth to gnash, as the rumored names include Robert Pattinson, Andrew Garfield, and James McAvoy for Tetsuo, with Garrett Hedlund, Michael Fassbender, Chris Pine, Justin Timberlake, and Joaquin Phoenix the supposed contenders for Kaneda.

That seemed to be the case for Matthew McConaughey, who won the first of what could well be multiple acting wins for his role as an unlikely AIDS crusader in «The Dallas Buyers Club»; the prize gave him an early - season edge over «12 Years A Slave's» Chiwetel Ejiofor and other contenders.

If it isn't quite the unanimous chorus of approval one might have hoped for, there's still enough praise for Stephen Frears» latest film «Chéri,» which premiered in Berlin last night, to mark it as a potential 2009 contender in several areas — among them, Best Actress for Michelle Pfeiffer's much - anticipated return to dramatic roles.

On the other hand, should a younger contender sneak up and snatch it away like, let's say Hailee Steinfeld, younger actors will be needed for the roles of Peeta and Gale so as to complement the 14 - year - old actress.

After a small role in Andrew Niccol's «In Time,» Heathcote, who got her start like so many others on the Aussie soap «Neighbours,» first came to the attention of many as a contender for the lead in «Snow White and the Huntsman.»

Actress divulges her biggest challenges portraying the mother of psycho Norman Bates Vera Farmiga «s dynamic performance as unstable single mom Norma Bates in A&E original series «Bates Motel» demands attention as an Emmy contender for best actress in a drama — perhaps even more so now than when she was first nominated for the role in 2013.

Cannes Best Actor winner and frequent Leigh collaborator Spall, a prolific character actor best known to American audiences for his role as Peter «Wormtail» Pettigrew in the Harry Potter films, received outstanding reviews for his portrayal of Turner, cementing himself as a strong contender for a Best Actor Oscar nomination, which would be his first.

If you think of the job description as asking a series of questions, then your cover letter should answer them in enough detail to show that you are a serious contender for the role on offer.

If you have worked in a similar role before or as a construction worker, you will know what this work is all about and might be considered a good contender for an open position.