Mads Mikkelsen, known for playing villains, talks about performing intense scenes in 'Arctic' and 'Polar'. They discuss the importance of the script, not knowing too much about the character, and the challenges of filming brutal scenes. Mads Mikkelsen also shares his career and love for making films.
Every project should be treated as the most important thing in his life to lead to new opportunities.
The script is the holy part of the entire process, and communicating with the director is crucial to enhance the story.
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Importance of Making Each Project the Most Important Thing
Mass Miekelson believes that every project he takes on should be treated as the most important thing in his life. He feels that if it is just seen as a stepping stone towards an uncertain goal, then it becomes unimportant. By giving everything his full dedication and making it the most important thing, he believes it will lead him to new opportunities.
The Bible (Script) as the Foundation for Preparation
When preparing for a role, Miekelson considers the script as the most important aspect. He sees it as the holy part of the entire process and the pivot point for everything. He focuses on understanding the director's vision and finding ways to enhance the story. Miekelson also emphasizes the importance of communicating with the director about his insights and ideas for the character's development.
The Brutality and Challenges of Filming Intense Scenes
Miekelson discusses the physically and emotionally demanding nature of filming intense scenes. He describes the challenges of shooting the harrowing scenes in the movies 'arctic' and 'polar', including the physical toll it took on him and the need for careful attention to detail. Despite the difficulties, he emphasizes the importance of staying true to the character and the story, and the satisfaction that comes from achieving the desired emotional impact.
Mads Mikkelsen is perhaps best known for playing villains in "Casino Royale," "Doctor Strange," and the television series "Hannibal," but he’s also been called the "face of the resurgent Danish cinema,” culminating with his Best Actor win at Cannes for his work in Thomas Vinterberg's "The Hunt." In this half hour, he talks about performing some physically and emotionally wrenching scenes in two new movies he currently stars in, the pure survival film "Arctic," and the live action adaptation of the popular graphic novel "Polar." Warning: Spoilers abound. "Arctic" is in select theaters now. "Polar" is on Netflix.
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