Key Takeaways:
– Maggie Grace describes getting killed on Lost as the most devastating moment in her career.
– The actress stars in a new British thriller, Blackwater Lane, co-starring Minka Kelly and Dermot Mulroney.
– Grace discusses her character Shannon Rutherford from Lost and how her exit was handled.
– The film Blackwater Lane is an adaptation of B.A. Paris's bestselling novel The Breakdown.
Maggie Grace, a sterling star best known for her role in the famous Taken movie series and memorable TV drama Lost, shared some fond and not-so-fond memories about her time spent on the island during a candid chat with The Independent. Known for playing Shannon Rutherford, the “rich-girl-with-regrets” on Lost, Grace recalled her abrupt exit from the show as the greatest heartbreak of her acting career.
A Trip Down Reminiscence Lane
Long-time fans of Lost might agree that Shannon's sudden demise on the show was a shock. The interview touched upon how Grace's character seemed to be the heart and soul of the initial episodes. As her character's story arc began to intensify, her unexpected departure left many a viewer surprised and in disbelief.
Grace shared her sentiments openly, saying, “I thought they were gonna take her a little further.” When queried if she desired to exit the show at that juncture, the actress promptly refuted it, expressing, “No! It's still the worst heartbreak of my career. I was devastated!” When it came to discussing why her character was chosen for the chop, Grace suggested that her character's portrayal as a ‘caricature of white privilege' may have made her appear too annoying. She thought her character might show multiple shades or surprising actions, but that didn't happen the way she hoped.
Diving into Blackwater Lane
Leaving behind the island and the past, Grace now gears up for her new movie, the British thriller Blackwater Lane. Alongside Minka Kelly and Dermot Mulroney, Grace features in this nerve-racking movie that revolves around a chilling murder mystery. Adapted from B.A. Paris's much-acclaimed novel, The Breakdown, Blackwater Lane embarks on a spine-chilling journey when a woman, played by Kelly, becomes embroiled in a murder she unwittingly witnesses.
As the movie unrolls, Kelly's character is tormented by a series of horrifying experiences that leave her convinced she's the killer's next prey. Assaulted by fear and paranoia, the woman's sanity begins to spiral, piquing the worry of her husband (Mulroney) and her best friend (Grace).
Thus, while the lingering memory of Lost leaves Grace with a sombre retrospective view, the actress is excited about her new chapter in Blackwater Lane. Through this prism, fans may see another side of Grace as she continues to evolve as an actress and take on dynamic roles that challenge and fulfill her. Taking it all in stride, Grace reminds us that sometimes, “They [producers and writers] definitely have bigger fish to fry” when making the tough calls, and she continues to embrace future roles with enthusiasm and an open heart.
