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Colin Farrell is an actor with a multitude of acting ranges. Sometimes he is known for his intense and dramatic roles, such as inIn BrugesandThe Lobster, while at other times he showcases his versatility in more light-hearted films likeHorrible BossesorThe Gentlemen. But more recently, he has been amazing viewers and critics with his portrayal of Oz Comb inThe Penguin.
While the actor has been earning rave reviews for his performance, despite the layers of makeup and prosthetics, this isn’t the first time he showed off his acting genius. Ages ago the actor portrayed a character trapped in a public phone box, taking inspiration from Samuel L. Jackson’sStar Warscomment.
When Colin Farrell Took Inspiration from Samuel L. Jackson
Colin Farrellis famous for his ability to seamlessly transition between genres and characters. Currently starring inThe Penguin, one cannot imagine that the man behind the prosthetics is the same who starred in movies likeMiami ViceorTotal Recall. However, Farrellhas always been at the top of his gamesince the start and one of his earliest roles that showcased his acting genius was inPhone Booth.
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Directed byJoel Schumacher, the film starred Farrell as Stu Shephard who get trapped in a public phone box by a sniper. A psychological thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish, it was also a role for which Farrell sought inspiration fromSamuel L. Jackson‘sStar Warscomment.
It reminds me of Sam Jackson.When I said to him, ‘What was it like doing Star Wars with all those blue screens?’ and he said, ‘Oh, it was great because I got to work with my favorite actor – me’.
Stated the Irish star toMovies, revealing a statement that only the Marvel star would be bold enough to proclaim. Well, his inspiration certainly helped him out forPhone Boothwas a critical and commercial success, grossing $97 million against a budget of $13 million (viaBox Office Mojo).
Colin Farrell Had a Great Time MakingPhone Booth
The 2002 filmPhone Boothwas not the first time that Colin Farrell and Joel Schumacher came together for the first time. Their first-ever collaboration was consequently also Farrell’s first leading role in a major picture called Tigerland. However, filming their second film together was an all-different experience for Farrell.
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The reason for his great experience was how short the shoot of the film was and how dedicated the whole team was towards the outcome. In his interview withMovies, the DC star remarked,
It was good fun in Phonebooth. It was a ten day shoot – for the whole thing. There was no waiting around. There was no indulgence. Everyone from the top bosses to the caterers and the sparks were just working their a*ses off.
While Schumacher and Farrell did not work together afterPhone Booth, apart from Farrell’s short cameo in his filmVeronica Guerin, the Irish actor looks fondly upon their past together. And he certainly has good reasons to given the nature of the job andhow excruciatingly grueling some of his recent roles, like Oz Cobb inThe Penguin, are.
Phone Boothis available to be rented on Amazon Prime.
Maria Sultan
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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.
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