James Bond, Thomas Crown, Remington Steele. Pierce Brosnan a joué passablement de héros « trop cool pour l’école » au cours de sa carrière. Mais avant Black Adam, qui prend l’affiche vendredi, l’Irlandais n’avait jamais incarné de superhéros. La Presse s’est entretenue avec celui qui porte le casque doré de Doctor Fate.
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Dans l’univers DC, Kent Nelson, alias Doctor Fate, est un puissant sorcier qui possède entre autres la capacité de voir l’avenir. Créé en 1940 par Gardner Fox et Howard Sherman, il fait partie de la Société de justice d’Amérique (JSA). Dans Black Adam, les autres membres sont Hawkman (Aldis Hodge), Cyclone (Quintessa Swindell) et Atom Smasher (Noah Centineo). Ensemble, ils tentent de maîtriser Teth-Adam (Dwayne Johnson), qui a été libéré de sa tombe, à Kahndaq, après y avoir passé les 5000 dernières années.
« Je me suis souvent demandé qui je jouerais si je me faisais offrir ce genre de rôle, confie Pierce Brosnan à La Presse lors d’un entretien téléphonique. J’étais très heureux de découvrir que c’était Doctor Fate. […] He is DC’s most powerful wizard and one of its oldest characters. Its mythology fascinates me. The joy of being immersed in that world every day while filming in Atlanta. We are wondering how the film will end. »
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Directed by Jame Collette-Serra and Pierce Brosnan
The actor emphasized that he developed a strong bond of friendship among his colleagues, especially the JSA. “I could be their father, their grandfather… There are so many changes in life and as an actor, you do them all the time. But there are more meaningful moments that can be seen and physically felt. I don’t have to play group dean. I’m my age, Mr. Brosnan insists calmly. Their happiness and enthusiasm benefited me a lot. I wish them every possible success. »
In this film, the friendship between Kent Nelson and Carter Hall, aka Hawkman is also very strong. “To me, that’s one of the most interesting aspects of the story,” Brosnan said. The relationship between these two people who have known each other for ages is powerful. It’s hard to talk about, because you don’t want to reveal too much, but the fact that they know their destiny only adds to the love they have for each other. »
“I really enjoy working with Aldis. He gave everything. He is simply extraordinary,” adds the 69-year-old actor.
When asked if he intended to continue acting in action films, Mr. Brosnan replied, “I would love to work as an actor.” “I’ve done big movies that a lot of people have seen and some movies that haven’t really been seen. But the joy of being an actor is enough for me. Action, comedy, drama…the important thing is to play as many different roles as possible,” he concluded wisely.
Black Adam It hits theaters on Friday, October 21.
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Character: Teth-Adam, aka Black Adam
Actor: Dwayne Johnson
Powers: Black Adam is one of the most powerful characters in the DC Cinematic Universe. Kahandak is the great protector of the city who, in addition to possessing superhuman strength and being completely invincible, can fly and throw lightning bolts. -
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Character: Carter Hall, aka Hawkman
Actor: Aldis Hodge
Powers: The wealthy leader of the Justice Society of America, Hawkman flies with his metal wings. He is also very strong and tough. He also has a club that can change shape. -
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Character: Kent Nelson, aka Doctor Fate
Actor: Pierce Brosnan
Powers: Using his millennia-old alien golden helmet, the sorcerer Doctor Fate has access to many spells, including allowing him to see the future, fly, and instantly create anything he desires. -
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Character: Cyclone, Maxine Hunkel Actress: Quintessa Swindell
Powers: Maxine is an exceptionally bright young woman with a great aptitude for technology. As a cyclone, she whirls at a very high speed. -
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Character: Atom Smasher, aka Albert Rothstein
Actor: Noah Centineo
Powers: Nephew of the original Atom Smasher, Al can alter his atomic structure to transform into a giant. His superhero experience is limited, but his strength is undeniable.
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