I know it can seem like A-List actors are never rejected from any role. But check out this article from Deadline. Winona Ryder lost out on the role of Clementine that went to Kate Winslet in the Oscar-winning (and one of my favorite films) ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND. And she lost out on it because of " excessive tabloid and paparazzi" attention. It had nothing to do with her talent.
So don't get disheartened if you don't get the part. The stars will align and there are a lot of opportunities out there.
Full article: https://deadline.com/2024/09/winona-ryder-lost-eternal-sunshine-role-med...