Daniel Craig’s 2015 James Bond film Ghost was a highly anticipated project even before it hit the silver screen. Mainly because it was a sequel to Sam Mendes’ 2012 book, which was a critical success. Skyfall, the film turned into an ambitious project. But not everyone on set was a big fan of their roles in the film. Ghost.
Sherlock actor Andrew Scott was definitely unhappy with his performance in the 2015 Daniel Craig version. Playing a small but decisive role in GhostScott looks back and claims that he was scared by this and therefore played it too safe. Well, considering the obscene amount of money that went into Ghost production, it’s clear why Fleabag the actor became nervous.
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Greatness James Bond Andrew Scott’s franchise influence
Appearing in James Bond A franchise is often considered a huge opportunity for most actors, and Andrew Scott was no exception. Fleabag And Sherlock the veteran was offered the antagonistic role of Max Denbigh in the 2015 Daniel Craig version. Ghost. Scott, who had previously worked in theater with Sam Mendes, was delighted with the role.
However, his feelings and experiences changed after he arrived on the set of the 2015 project. Apparently, greatness James Bond franchise and the amount of money that was invested in Ghost the production got the best of Scott. Further, given the expectations surrounding the film, Andrew Scott discussed how it affected his performance during an interview with Vanity Fair.
“I worked with Sam Mendes in the theater. We did a play on Broadway with Bill Nighy and Julianne Moore, and I loved working with them, so I was very happy when they invited me. It was difficult for me to act in this film. I think I could have been a little better. I think I let myself get a little intimidated by the budget and the history of the franchise, and I don’t think I tried hard enough to be original.”
Admitting that he played the character too boldly, Andrew Scott admitted that he was scared.
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Andrew Scott was afraid to star in the 2015 Daniel Craig film
During his conversation with Vanity Fairthe actor said that his previous work experience did not help him, since he was unable to properly express himself in Ghost. After the success of Daniel Craig Skyfall In 2012, Sam Mendes and the producers had high hopes for the 2015 sequel. This especially puts pressure on Scott.
“I think maybe I just wasn’t very confident in myself, and one thing I’ve definitely learned since then is that it doesn’t matter what the budget of the film is. Same thing matters, it’s just about really good stories and stuff.”
However, after his appearance in Ghost and Andrew Scott learned a lot from his experience of filming such a high-budget and long-awaited project. Although he feels his performance was not up to par, the actor opened up about how the film impacted his career.
“Just remember that for an actor, the distance between action and editing is the same in a low-budget film as it is in a huge-budget film. So I think in order to try to relax and experiment, making mistakes and making a fool of yourself is very important.”
Even though the film scared him, Scott’s experience at least didn’t sour the working relationship between him and director Sam Mendes.
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Source: Vanity Fair
