As a seasoned movie enthusiast with a rich tapestry of cinematic experiences under my belt, I can confidently say that Janet McTeer is a true gem of the silver screen. Her ability to command attention and evoke emotion through her performances is nothing short of mesmerizing.
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It’s immediately noticeable when Janet McTeer is in a scene. Her portrayal of Hera, wife of Jeff Goldblum’s Zeus, causes a wave of unease throughout – especially Zeus, as he worries about her catching him in one of his secret trysts. With Golden Globe, Olivier, and Tony awards to her name, this classically trained actress effortlessly commands attention by being subtly strong-willed.
As a movie enthusiast, I find myself remaining composed and tranquil on set because Jeff Goldblum’s charisma is overwhelmingly neurotic, while Nabhaan Rizwan, in his role as Dionysus, is completely eccentric. Most of our scenes together make up the bulk of my work, so I chose to embody the steady, serene presence that occasionally interjects with a firm, “That’s enough!” when necessary.
McTeer has been captivating audiences for quite some time, with her latest notable performance being on television, in the two-season run of Netflix’s crime series “Ozark.” In this show, she portrayed an American lawyer whose character met an unexpected demise. Interestingly enough, despite her convincing American role in “Ozark,” McTeer hails from Yorkshire and shared that many people assume she’s American due to her performance. Born on Tyneside, McTeer moved to York with her family at the age of six, and now resides in the forests of Maine with her American poet husband, Joseph Coleman. It wasn’t until she moved to America that she began to truly appreciate her English roots.
McTeer, who wed Coleman in 2010, finds herself skipping traditional Thanksgiving feasts (she feels it’s simply not part of her nature), and instead delights in cultivating vast flower beds reminiscent of quintessential English meadows within her garden. However, her greatest annoyance revolves around tea. “I can hardly stomach tea served at restaurants here,” she admits. “They seem to lack the skill to prepare it properly. They often use coffee water instead, and that’s simply incorrect – it’s just unacceptable.”
In her teenage years, she landed a job at a bar within York’s Theatre Royal. During this time, a young Gary Oldman, who was performing there, encouraged her to apply to RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art). Her subsequent career has been showered with accolades, including two Tony Award nominations on Broadway, one of which she won. Last year, McTeer returned to England and played the title role in “Phaedra” at the National Theatre, a mythical character who desires her stepson. This same intensity is present in the early episodes of “Kaos,” particularly in Hera’s portrayal of her stepson Dionysus.
In contemporary society, it’s uncommon for actresses nearing 63 (just before her birthday on August 5) to be given opportunities to play sexually charged roles, as the creative industries often sanitize older women’s desires. When asked to perform in “Phaedra”, she thought, “I thought these days were over,” but taking on the role of Hera was exciting. As an actress, particularly one who identifies as female, being older has made her highly protective of younger actors of any gender. Since she’s reached a certain age, if something doesn’t feel right in a project, she can confidently say, “This isn’t working, this isn’t suitable, and frankly I don’t care about your opinion, but I’m not doing it.” She no longer cares in the sense that she has the power to make decisions about her work. This is where she is in her life, and she’s content with using that power.
As the series goes on, Hera and Zeus’s relationship gets more complicated
As a cinema enthusiast, I was captivated by her portrayal of Phaedra, which one reviewer described as “mesmerizingly Amazonian.” When asked if she identified with this description, she replied, “I’m six feet tall, strong, and have always been somewhat Amazonian. I’ve always had a deep voice, too. All of these traits give me power and strength, and I haven’t had to transition from being a 30-year-old ingénue. That can be challenging for some actors and actresses. If you’ve built your world around your looks, when that changes, so does part of your world. But I’ve never really been in that situation. In fact, as I get older, it seems to get easier for me.”
Had Goldblum and she ever crossed paths prior to this encounter? “No, we hadn’t. We hit it off wonderfully, having a fantastic time together. It’s just like Zeus and Hera – they seem to love each other deeply while also driving each other crazy, seeing as they’ve been married for a thousand years! As the series progresses, their relationship becomes increasingly complex. Plus, it’s quite entertaining portraying characters who commit heinous acts.”
In the script, some particularly heartless actions, including one focusing on a baby, were portrayed. It seemed challenging for both the actress and Goldblum at first, as she admits. However, by the end, her perspective had shifted drastically to view humanity as insignificant, similar to ants in a house, which she could easily disregard, even if she stepped on one without remorse. Her role and that of all deities is to be indifferent towards lesser beings.
I can’t bear birthday cards saying ‘wine gets better as it gets older’. I can’t be doing with all that sh*t
Observing her on both the big screen and stage, McTeer seems to be thriving at the peak of her abilities; she concurs with this assessment. “I find it tiresome when people send birthday greetings saying, ‘Even though you’re getting older, wine matures better as it ages,'” she comments. “I can’t stand all that nonsense. I despise jokes like, ‘I need to check your ID to ensure you’re old enough to purchase that wine!’ Silence. Those remarks are only directed at the elderly. I don’t believe any of it. In my opinion, beauty, sex appeal, charm, attractiveness, and power all grow as one gets older.”
“Indeed, there’s a time for everything, and everyone eventually fades away. My father, he passed at 97, out for a stroll. That’s my aspiration too – to still be active when I reach that age. However, I envision myself enjoying a cigarette and a glass of wine, with long red nails adorning my hands. An amusing thought crossed my mind: when I’m 95, I plan to start smoking, drinking, and acting mischievously. I’ll be using a cane then, playfully slapping people’s legs in the supermarket.”
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2024-08-23 14:04