'I Hope So' - The possible end to Eva Mendes' decade-long hiatus from acting

Looking back on Eva Mendes' illustrious career, the possibility of her ending a near-decade-long hiatus from acting piques our interest. As Variety reported back in 2022, Mendes floated this tantalizing hint while speaking on "The View".

The acclaimed actor, who hasn't taken on a feature film role since a supporting part in her partner Ryan Gosling’s 2014 directorial venture "Lost River", commented on her potential comeback. "'I have such a short list of what I will do, with four kids. I mean, if it was a fun project. But now I won’t do violence, I don't want to do sexuality, the list is short,'" she revealed.

A decade ago, Mendes appeared in the drama "Girl in Progress," directed by Patricia Riggen, which unfortunately saw a box office return of only $3 million. 2012 also saw Mendes in critical favorites like Derek Cianfrance’s “The Place Beyond the Pines” and Leos Carax’s Cannes hit “Holy Motors”. The actor then vanished from live-action television, last seen in Larry David’s 2013 HBO original movie “Clear History.”

Fast forward to 2022, rumors were swirling about a potential Mendes return to the "Fast and Furious" franchise as production commenced on the final two-part installment. The actor had debuted as Monica Fuentes in the 2003 sequel “2 Fast Furious” and had a cameo in 2011’s “Fast Five.” However, at that time, Mendes was not officially attached to the project.

During her acting break, Mendes wasn't entirely out of the limelight, engaging in various fashion and beauty pursuits. Alongside her partner, Gosling, she's also been raising their two daughters. As we nostalgically look back at Mendes' accomplished career, her potential return to the silver screen certainly sparks a ray of hope amongst her fans.

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