McCARTHY MEANS BUSINESS

In a relatively short time, Melissa McCarthy has proved she can switch from comedies to dramatic roles with ease

SUPERINTELLIGENCE Saturday September 25 at 8.30pm and watch On Demand Foxtel Movies Premiere [401] Known for her signature unselfconscious style of physical comedy, Melissa McCarthy’s rise from bit player to leading lady has been meteoric. Since making her big-screen debut with a small part in 1999 crime caper Go, the actress has worked with some of the biggest names in film, garnered two Oscar nominations and started a fashion line, Seven7, for plus-sized women. McCarthy, who pursued a career in textiles before switching to acting, says: “People don’t stop at size 12. I feel like there’s a big thing missing where you can’t dress to your mood above a certain number.” With her touching rom-com Superintelligence making its arrival on FOXTEL this month, it’s clear this comedic chameleon shows no signs of slowing down. WHO…

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