Hey fellow movie enthusiasts, just a heads-up if you haven’t watched the fourth episode of ‘Twisted Metal’ on Peacock yet. There might be some spoilers lurking ahead, so tread carefully!
1. AEW wrestler Samoa Joe discusses his thoughts on a wrestling contest: Sweet Tooth or WWE’s Doink the Clown
2. Will Arnett (former Batman) talks about the impact of The Joker on his portrayal of the twisted clown, Sweet Tooth in Twisted Metal.
In my opinion, the initial five episodes of the second season of Twisted Metal have been just as enjoyable and thrilling as all of Season 1 combined, making it a standout on the 2025 TV lineup (and I hold Season 1 in high regard too). From the influx of quirky new characters like Lisa Gilroy’s Vermin to diving deep into Calypso’s tournament mechanics, I’m thoroughly entertained, but my enjoyment peaks when Joe Seanoa’s Sweet Tooth and Mike Mitchell’s Stu appear together on screen.
I chatted with the hilarious cast members about their gruesome, comedic adventures in Season 2 of our show, and I was curious if Seanoa (the actor wearing the Sweet Tooth costume while Will Arnett provides the voice) found it simpler to conceal his laughter during filming because of the character’s signature clown mask. As you can see in the video above, he admitted that it does make hiding his reactions to certain scenes easier for him. In Seanoa’s own words:
Wow, there were so many breaks concealed behind that mask, which was fortunate. Particularly in [Episode 4], yes, there was plenty to chuckle over. Indeed, it made a difference. It prevented the atmosphere from becoming too somber as things could get quite intense on set.
Joe Seanoa
Although the show offers numerous amusing and humorous scenes, it indicates that the team behind Twisted Metal were giving their utmost serious effort during production. Even though he’s known for his toughness and handling criticism well, the WWE and AEW veteran wishes to avoid causing delays in filming due to visible laughter hidden behind the clown mask. (Considering all the on-screen blunders that could occur, a laughing clown doesn’t seem like a major transgression.)
Seanoa continued, saying he thinks it’s a top-tier get where necessary masks are concerned:
Although it presents its difficulties, there’s no denying the delight it offers when animating it. Its oversized, goofy grin is quite endearing. Let me tell you, among all the masks available, this one might just be one of the more effective choices if your aim is to convey a message clearly.
Joe Seanoa
If Sweet Tooth’s personality leans more towards being warm-hearted and understanding, a menacing mask might not be the best fit for him, given that it doesn’t align with his usual demeanor. However, we are well aware that he typically operates differently.
Despite maintaining his professional demeanor during filming, Joe Seanoa momentarily relaxed those barriers during the interview, playfully teasing Mike Mitchell while he was showering him with praises.
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Though Joe Seanoa usually maintains his professional cool on set, he briefly let loose and engaged in a light-hearted banter with Mike Mitchell, during which he was being complimented profusely.
- MIKE MITCHELL: Joe is such an incredible actor and performer, and his physicality is incredible. So it’s, honestly, it’s easy to…
- JOE SEANOA [interrupting]: Mitch is a great high jumper. I don’t know if you guys know that. He’s one of the better ones that I’ve seen on set. So just don’t let that fact go unsaid. Thank you.
- MIKE MITCHELL: He’s right. I can get like, two inches off the ground. Joe such a good actor, such a good performer. It’s so easy to play across from him for that reason. If it’s not six in the morning, it is hard to not break.
It’s not hard to visualize how arriving at a film set and preparing for shooting before 6 A.M might result in instances when nothing appears amusing or worthy of laughter. However, after the initial tough period, the fun times can really start rolling.
To clarify, Mitchell noted instances when the duo deviated from their planned script and pushed comedic elements slightly overboard, prompting an intervention from another person.
- MIKE MITCHELL: There’s a scene when I’m in my underwear where I was trying to get a missile out and turning around in circles. And I think Joe and I will push it to the limits where we’ll go extremely silly, and they’ll be like, ‘Okay, reel it back.’ Or they’ll just cut it out.
- JOE SEANOA: Right, ‘Knock out the Keystone Cops. Bring it back into reality, boys.’
It could seem straightforward that a character like Sweet Tooth’s, hidden behind a mask, would escape detection. However, since facial expressions are absent, every aspect of the on-screen performance must be exceptional. Moreover, according to Mike Mitchell, Seanoa is capable of maintaining rhythm even when actors improvise during scenes, as he puts it:
“It might seem simple for someone in a mask like Sweet Tooth’s to evade notice, but since facial expressions are lacking, every element of the on-screen performance needs to be exceptional. Furthermore, Seanoa can keep up with the flow, even when actors improvise during scenes, as Mike Mitchell describes.
Joe consistently delivers exceptional performances. He flawlessly executes each line in every scene, and remarkably adapts to the improvisational style prevalent among many actors this year on set. Moreover, his ability to harmonize with such spontaneity makes him a joy to work alongside. In essence, he excels at his craft, making it effortless for others to perform with him.
Mike Mitchell
I must confess, I couldn’t have endured this specific instance without bursting out laughing quite obviously for those who were watching. Just the mention of “Sweet Toot’s Tournament” sets me off into fits of laughter.
Instead of assuming Sweet Tooth will become as captivated by the Baby-Sitters Club books as Anthony Mackie’s character John Doe, it’s worth noting that such a deep interest might not be typical for him. However, given the chance to relax on a cozy couch rather than continually searching for prey, there’s a possibility Stu could show some unusual enthusiasm for the series.
As a passionate movie-lover speaking directly to the creative teams behind upcoming video game adaptations: Don’t forget to infuse fun and enjoyment in your work! The highly anticipated return of Twisted Metal is about to get even more thrilling, with the sixth and seventh episodes airing on August 14, every Thursday.
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