Guy Ritchie's muscled-up, action-packed Sherlock Holmes wrapped up shooting in London and is currently in New York to finish principal photography.
Starring Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law as Holmes and Watson, Ritchie's Sherlock relies on an edgier sense of humor and more action than more effete Holmes productions of the past.
Earlier this month, before concluding the London portion of the production, Ritchie gave a homeless man the opportunity of a lifetime. The story goes that Ritchie spotted Raymond Emanuel and liked his distinguished look -- though the man was down on his luck.
Ritchie had the homeless man set up with a theatrical agent, costume, make-up and a decent day rate as a featured extra. The agent waived any commission on the unexpected gig and continues to look for more acting work for Emanuel.
It can happen to you, too. So, lose the agent and go live on the street.
Artwork by Sydney Paget
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