As I delve deeper into the world of interviews, I find myself utterly captivated by the remarkable Richard E. Grant. His life experiences in the realm of show business are nothing short of extraordinary, and his forthrightness is truly refreshing. In The Franchise, he masterfully portrays an appallingly bad-mannered, narcissistic actor – a character that seems to have been inspired by some individuals he’s encountered over the past four decades.
This interview first appeared in the latest issue of TopMob. Pick up a copy today for more about The Franchise and this week’s other top shows.
Is making a franchise movie as unpleasant as this show suggests?
My experiences on Logan and on Star Wars were incredibly positive, but I see that it’s ripe for spoofing. In The Franchise, I play an incredibly narcissistic, appallingly bad-mannered, politically incorrect actor. I have encountered some of those people over the past four decades of being in show business.
Is it likely to cause issues with Marvel, given your enjoyment of donning superhero costumes – you’ve even been featured on their Loki television show?
If I was a muscle-bound 50-year-old I might be quavering in my platform boots, but at 67 I’m not.
Is it possible that the lengthy time spent in your profession has contributed to Peter’s strong skepticism towards things?
Despite some people finding it irritating, I’ve always been brimming with ‘unrelenting energy’, as Richard. I assumed this trait would fade over time, but it persists instead. When I was nine, my father remarked to me, ‘Richard, you’re like a wound-up clock that just keeps going.’ I’m not someone who approaches things casually. Instead, I’m proactive and eager to dive right in.
What’s the worst discomfort you’ve had to endure on set?
1990 saw me taking part in the movie “Hudson Hawk,” which deviated significantly from its initial script’s idea, leading us to believe it would be the worst film ever made. This realization was quite disheartening, as we had initially embarked on this project with high spirits and expectations.
When something clearly resembles a extinct dodo and you’re involved, you might experience regret: ‘Could I please return my earnings?’ But then your mind adjust, making you realize that each penny earned was just compensation for the hardships endured.
Do you still get excited by the magic of film sets?
There’s an innate glamour to the industrial nature of filmmaking.
The excitement of being part of the last Star Wars movie will always stay with me, as I’ve been captivated by it since my first viewing in 1977, marveling at the sliding spaceship doors that seemed so futuristic to me, only to find out later on set that a man casually opening them was just holding a cigarette.
In my own words, I found it hard to resist creating the whooshing sound of the doors while walking by, but JJ Abrams, the director, told me not to make that noise during filming.
Which superpower would suit you?
It’d be fascinating if I could become unseen, as I’d love to secretly visit Downing Street to witness the true happenings behind those locked doors. I’d aim to resolve disputes and influence the direction of events in history.
The Franchise premieres on Sky and NOW on Monday 21st October 2024.
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