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James McAvoy has come a long way, and with his recent performance inSpeak No Evilhe has been earning a lot of praise. The Scottish actor entered the acting scene all the way back in 1995 withThe Near Room.And has since been a part of lot of diverse projects, perfectly showcasing his versatility as an actor.
But beforeSpeak No Evil, it was M. Night Shyamalan’sSplitandGlass, that had presented McAvoy in a darker role. And in a recent interview, he perfectly detailed how he captured so many emotions in these movies.
James McAvoy Detailed His Secret to Capturing Emotions in Split and Speak No Evil
Playing a man with dissociative identity disorder inSplitas well as the killer Paddy inSpeak No Evilwasn’t easy. ButJames McAvoywith his remarkable acting talent, portrayed these characters effortlessly. So, much so that the ending of the latter received a lot of criticism for straying away from the original (Danish version ofSpeak No Evil). But even so, theaudienceappreciated McAvoy’s acting chops in the project.
In a recent interview withCBR, the actor detailed what was it like to play the psychopathic character inSpeak No Evil. And also talked about the original as well as some of his favorite filming moments on set. He first started talking about how he develops his characters by diving deeper into the script.
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After which the host, enquired about how the actor manages to capture such a wide range of emotions. To this McAvoy added:
I don’t know, I’m kind of emotionally incontinent, I guess. I have access to that just myself. If it helps tell the story, and if it’s appropriate for the story, it just ends up happening when it should. If the writing is good, it just happens. It’s not forced, it is pre-considered, but when they say action, hopefully you just let it happen. The story, script, lines, relationships, and dynamics just sort of make it happen to you as much as you try and make it happen. That’s when a script is really good.
The actor was also questioned about what he likes about the psychological horror genre. He answered that his participation in a particular project depends solely on the quality of the script, rather than the genre itself. Rightly so, throughout his career spanning several decades, McAvoy has worked in movies that have showcased his diverse range as an actor.
Has James McAvoy Watched the Original Speak No Evil?
James McAvoy was very intrigued when he read the script ofSpeak No Evil. And agreed to play the titular role of Paddy in the project. This was the American adaptation of the Danish movie of the same name released in 2022. And unlike others who’d look at the source material before a role, McAvoy completely avoided watching the original.
In an interview withGames Radar+, he added that if he had seen the original before filming. He might have not taken part in the adaptation as it would have just brought unnecessary pressure. McAvoy further added:
I’d heard of the original, but I hadn’t seen the trailer and I certainly hadn’t seen the film, which I’m glad about because I don’t know if I’d have taken the role if I had. (Further) [I] just don’t really want to be comparing myself to what somebody else [has] done. So I watched it the day after we finished.
James McAvoy foundSpeak No Evilinteresting because it shows two very different couples. One couple has a relationship that feels dull and unhappy, which nobody would want for themselves. The other couple seems to have a perfect, happy love that many people dream about.
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By bringing these two couples together, the movie creates a lot of tension and excitement. McAvoy thinks this setup is a great way to explore important themes, making the film a fun project for him.
You can watchSpeak No Evilon Apple TV andSplitis available for streaming on Peacock.
Sakshi Singh
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Sakshi Singh has written over 1,300 entertainment articles, mostly about Netflix shows and reality TV. She’s spent the last two years covering everything from surprise engagements to shocking eliminations and previously wrote for Essentially Sports in their Netflix Junkie division. A self-proclaimed reality TV addict, Sakshi has watched all 48 seasons of Survivor and never misses a new dating or competition series. She loves watching how strangers meet, fall in love, team up, or betray each other - it’s the mix of strategy and drama that keeps her hooked. When she’s not glued to a reality show, she’s usually watching a crime thriller or tracking the next big streaming hit.
