Cate Blanchett, known for her role as Galadriel in 'The Lord of the Rings' franchise, recently revealed surprising details about her compensation for the iconic films. Contrary to popular belief, Blanchett disclosed that no one in the cast received payment for their roles in the movies. She clarified that there were no backend deals or significant paychecks involved, emphasizing that she essentially worked for free.
Blanchett humorously mentioned that her compensation for portraying the elven queen included 'free sandwiches' and the privilege of keeping her elf ears. She expressed her admiration for director Peter Jackson's work, citing his film 'Braindead' as a factor that influenced her decision to join the cast.
