Key Takeaways:
• Viggo Mortensen, the Hollywood veteran, reveals the influence of classical westerns on his directorial debut film, ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt.’
• Actress Vicky Krieps shares her experience of working with Mortensen and her role in the film.
• We get an inside scoop from villain Solly McLeod about his struggles in portraying an empathetic villainous role.
• Accomplished actor Danny Huston gives us an insight into his character and his forthcoming projects ‘The Crow’ and ‘Naked Gun‘ remakes.
Paying Homage to Classic Westerns
Just a year ago, around the same time, ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt,’ directed and starred by iconic Hollywood actor, Viggo Mortensen, had its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. The stunning old-school western, also starring Vicky Krieps, has since then caught all the right attention.
Recently, Mortensen sat down for an exclusive discussion at JoBlo Celebrity Interview Channel where he discussed how the classic westerns had a significant impact on writing the story for ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt.’ The actor turned director credited these old-time westerns for playing a crucial role in bringing his vision for the film alive.
Vicky Krieps on her Role and Working with Mortensen
Adding more insights was actress Vicky Krieps, who portrayed an exceptional role in the movie. She opened up about her character and her time spent on and off the cameras with Mortensen. Her candid anecdotes gave us a glimpse of the hidden facets of shooting for this remarkable film.
Diving Deeper with Villain Solly McLeod
Solly McLeod, who tactfully brought his villainous character to life, also shared his side of the story. He discussed the challenges he faced in portraying a character that committed horrendous acts, yet was to be empathized with by the audience. The actor candidly shared his experience of working with Mortensen, adding depth to our understanding of the film.
Catching up with Danny Huston
In another engaging conversation, actor Danny Huston, known for his character roles, shared intricate details of his character in ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt.’ Huston, soon expected in the remakes of ‘The Crow’ and ‘Naked Gun,’ added another layer of intrigue to our anticipation for the films.
Wrapping Up
‘The Dead Don’t Hurt’ is currently playing in theatres. For all the western genre fans out there, this film promises a terrific cinematic experience and deserves to be on your watch list.
