Light The Fuse - The Official Mission: Impossible Podcast
Rebecca Ferguson’s Adventures with Ilsa
Aug 15, 2023
Rebecca Ferguson, a staple of the Mission: Impossible franchise since Rogue Nation, discusses her journey with the character, her thoughts on the romance between Ilsa and Ethan, and her transition to producing her own projects. Bonus interviews with Greg Tarzan Davis and Hayley Atwell are included.
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- Rebecca Ferguson didn't anticipate the significant impact her role as Ilsa Faust would have on her life when she was cast in the franchise, highlighting the collaborative process with the director and the development of her character.
- Greg Tarzan Davis shares his admiration for Tom Cruise's dedication to performing his own stunts and recounts a memorable moment on set with Cruise and the director where they enjoyed the beauty of the Norwegian mountains during a break from filming.
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Rebecca Ferguson Discusses Her Role as Ilsa Faust
Rebecca Ferguson, who plays Ilsa Faust in the Mission Impossible franchise, talks about her experience working on the films. She reveals that she had no idea the role would become such a significant part of her life when she was cast in Rogue Nation. Ferguson also discusses the collaborative process with director Christopher McQuarrie and how the character of Ilsa was developed. She emphasizes that Ilsa's relationship with Ethan Hunt (played by Tom Cruise) goes beyond romance and is more about mutual understanding and connection. She also shares some behind-the-scenes stories, including filming intense action sequences and the spontaneity on set.
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