Key Takeaways:
– Dwayne Johnson's distinct muscular physique necessitated custom-made costumes and extra suits during the filming of Red Notice.
– Despite criticism over the underweight premise and execution of the film, Netflix has announced two sequels to the Red Notice, with Johnson returning in his lead role.
– The renowned actor reveals a clever narrative received through a tucked-in dance sequence in the film.
The WWE Champion Branches into Hollywood
Known for his triumphant career as a professional wrestler in WWE, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is now a formidable player in Hollywood's roster of A-list stars. His magnetic personality, unmistakable stature, and broad fan base render him a valuable asset to the industry. A recent unhinged version of The Rock provided a raw and exciting build-up to WrestleMania XL, much to the delight of his fans.
Massive Physique Causing Costume Concerns
Johnson's devotion to the gym is no hidden fact; he sports a colossal physique in every project, lending a towering presence to any frame he graces on screen. One drawback of such an impressive build became apparent during the filming of his recent Netflix film, Red Notice. The substantial size of his body posed a unique challenge for the costume designer, Mary Vogt, who had to secure multiple suits specifically for Johnson.
An Inside on Dressing ‘The Rock' for Red Notice
In Red Notice, one of Netflix's most spent-on productions in 2021, Johnson shares the spotlight with fellow mega-stars Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot. The costly action comedy called for specially tailored suits by Italy's famed designer Brioni, and a myriad of sleek ensembles dazzled the audience.
The costume designer revealed in an interview with Netflix Tudum that Johnson would ruin his custom suits by merely flexing his muscles. To circumvent this, Vogt reliably made sure that at least eight suits were handy on the call in case of any unintentional spectacle.
Johnson's Cryptic Dance Sequence
Red Notice navigates around an unlikely team-up between Johnson's FBI agent character and a con artist played by Ryan Reynolds, both in pursuit of a slippery art thief acted by Gal Gadot.
An intriguing twist takes place halfway within the film revealing Johnson's character working in secret collaboration with Gadot, cunningly hoodwinking everyone in sight. Johnson hinted in an interview that audiences would perceive a nuanced interpretation of a dance sequence performed by him and Gadot, inciting psychological interplay within the characters, only by rewatching the film.
Upcoming Ventures and Sequels
Despite some criticism shrouding the film's premise and final output, Netflix has greenlit two sequels, bringing back all three charismatic leads along with director Rawson Marshall Thurber.
In the meantime, Johnson is putting on his acting gloves for the shooting of his forthcoming sports drama, The Smashing Machine, while Reynolds is busy promoting Deadpool & Wolverine. Red Notice remains available for streaming on Netflix, showcasing the dynamic chemistry between Johnson and Reynolds.
