Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga brings a new challenge for Chris Hemsworth as he steps away from the hammer-wielding hero Thor from the MCU to embrace the role of the antagonist, Lord Dementus.
“Yeah, it was a real departure, and it was nice…” Hemsworth commented on his character Lord Dementus during an interview with Entertainment Weekly. “I was about to say it was nice not to wear a cape, but…I did have a cape in this film. And it’s red — or it becomes red eventually, as well. The absurdity of that.”
“It’s not intentional to be a comparison of Thor,” Hemsworth recounted while discussing the experience of playing Lord Dementus, “but I found a wonderful departure to it. To play the villain, transform, and inhabit a completely different physicality was a lot of fun. I loved it. And it was the real attraction.”
Hemsworth revealed the primary reason he joined the cast of the Mad Max prequel was the director, George Miller. Also, portraying Dementus enabled him “to dirty it up and to be messy and ugly and violent and chaotic, unlike the more predictable hero role in superhero movies.”
“There’s a whole lot of rules that you have to adhere to in [superhero films],” Hemsworth mentioned. “With this, I could discard all of that, which was refreshing.”
What does Furiosa explore?
The story of Mad Max: Fury Road prequel, Furiosa, occurs 15 years earlier, starring Anya Taylor-Joy and featuring her character amidst a conflict between tyrants in the Wasteland. Alongside Taylor-Joy and Hemsworth, the film includes Tom Burke, Alyla Browne, Nathan Jones, and Angus Simpson. George Miller directed the film and co-authored the screenplay with Nico Lathouris.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is set to release in cinemas on May 24.
FAQs About Chris Hemsworth’s Role in Furiosa
- Will Chris Hemsworth’s character in Furiosa resonate with fans of his Thor portrayal?
- What attracted Chris Hemsworth to the role of Lord Dementus in Furiosa?
- How is Furiosa connected to Mad Max: Fury Road?
- Who stars alongside Chris Hemsworth in Furiosa?
- When will Furiosa be released in theaters?
Hemsworth’s role as Lord Dementus is meant to be a transformation that is enjoyable and a sharp departure from Thor, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
The opportunity to work with director George Miller and the chance to step outside the “predictable box of the hero” attracted Hemsworth to the role.
The film Furiosa is a prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road, set 15 years prior to the events of that film.
Anya Taylor-Joy, Tom Burke, Alyla Browne, Nathan Jones, and Angus Simpson star alongside Chris Hemsworth in Furiosa.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is scheduled to open in theaters on May 24.
Conclusion
Chris Hemsworth’s move from the mighty Thor to a menacing villain in Furiosa offers a striking contrast that further underscores his acting range. His enthusiasm for a role that disrupts the conventional archetype of the hero points to an exciting performance ahead for audiences. With the revered George Miller at the helm and an intriguing backdrop set in the world of Mad Max, Furiosa promises to be a dynamic addition to the action genre when it hits theaters.