Richard Gere Supports Campaign For More Films Starring Richard Gere

Richard Gere Lends Support To Campaign For More Films Starring Richard Gere

Actor Richard Gere has lent his support to a campaign to get more films made
starring actor Richard Gere.

Gere, known for his outspoken views and affiliation with several controversial,
political causes was present at the launch of the 'Cast Richard' campaign in
Beverly Hills yesterday.

--GERE: Plea

"For too long, Richard Gere has been overlooked as an actor, pushed to the back
of our minds, forgotten," Gere said. "So quickly we forget what Richard Gere
has given to the world: An Officer and a Gentleman, a global box office smash.
Internal Affairs, a low-key but highly accomplished work by acclaimed director
Mike Figgis. And other great works too numerous to mention. Are these
accomplishments to be allowed to drift from our collective consciences? I would
consider that a crime against art."

It is believed the campaign will involve full page ads in Hollywood trade papers
and primetime television commercials all featuring the campaign motto:
'Cast your prejudices aside. Cast Richard.'

Gere's involvement in the campaign has encouraged other celebrities to join the
cause, including spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama: "Although Dr. T and the
Women was derided by many critics, for me it was a truly enlightening film," the
Dalai told reporters. "It is shameful that more films are not made featuring
Mr. Gere's attractive features and great acting talent."

Steve Guttenburg has also voiced his support: "The world needs more Richard
Gere movies. I truly believe that," he said. "If we can just get one Richard Gere
movie made, it will have been worth it."