Val Kilmer Discusses 'Citizen Twain' One-Man Show and Past Roles

Val Kilmer's 'Citizen Twain' Project

• 🎭 Val Kilmer is developing a one-man show titled 'Citizen Twain', in which he will play Mark Twain and direct the film adaptation.
• ✍️ This project stems from his decade-long effort to write a movie about Mary Baker Eddy and Mark Twain, with the one-man show serving as preparation.
• 💡 Kilmer is drawn to Twain's gift for language, his warm and humorous attitude, and his unique perspective on America.
• 🌎 He is currently seeking theaters for the show, having recently scouted venues in Australia and Florida.

Reflections on Film Career

• 🌟 Kilmer acknowledges his luck in selecting roles that remain popular, citing 'Real Genius' and 'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang' as examples.
• 🦇 Regarding 'Batman Forever', he recalls director Joel Schumacher's positive and energetic approach to filmmaking.
• 🎬 He humorously recounts a birthday party where friends watched his movie 'Top Gun'.
• 🎤 Kilmer playfully recalls an ad-libbed scene in 'Top Gun' where he attempted to bite Tom Cruise, though he can't recall the specific character name.

Connections and Influences

• 🏫 Kilmer confirms he attended high school with Kevin Spacey and Mare Winningham.
• 🎬 He takes credit for influencing Kevin Spacey's career path, as Spacey cited watching Kilmer in a high school production as a turning point.
• 📺 He recommends the documentary 'Shakespeare High', produced by Kevin Spacey, available on iTunes.