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Jude Law Discusses Putin Role in 'Wizard of Kremlin'
In the film 'The Wizard of the Kremlin', Jude Law plays Vladimir Putin.
The movie explores Putin's early life and rise to power.
Law said he wasn't scared to play Putin, because he trusted the director to tell the story intelligently.
Law and the team used makeup and wigs to find familiarity with Putin.
The film, directed by Olivier Assayas, is based on a book and also features Paul Dano as Vadim Baranov, the Russian president's former right-hand man.
Jude Law portrays Vladimir Putin in 'The Wizard of the Kremlin'.
The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
The movie is based on a novel.
Law felt confident in the script and director, not fearing repercussions.
Paul Dano plays Vadim Baranov in the film.
- Who
- Jude Law portrays Vladimir Putin in 'The Wizard of the Kremlin'.
- What
- Jude Law discussed preparing for the role of Putin.
- Where
- Los Angeles, US
- When
- At the film's press conference.
- Why
- The film focuses on Putin's rise to power and is based on a novel.
Key facts
- Film Title
- The Wizard of the Kremlin
- Director
- Olivier Assayas
- Starring
- Jude Law, Paul Dano, Alicia Vikander, Tom Sturridge, Jeffrey Wright
- Based on
- Giuliano da Empoli's novel
- Role
- Jude Law portrays Vladimir Putin
- Premiere
- Venice Film Festival
Timeline
Venice Film Festival announced its schedule.
Subsequently, Giornate degli Autori revealed its film selections.
The festival, featuring new films, was slated to begin.
Finally, 'The Wizard of the Kremlin' premiered to a standing ovation.
Quotes
Jude Law
Actor
“I hope not naively, but I didn't fear repercussions. I felt confident, in the hands of Olivier and the script, that this story was going to be told intelligently and with nuance and consideration. We weren't looking for controversy for controversy's sake. It's a character in a broader story. We weren't trying to define anything about anyone.”
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“We worked with an amazing makeup and hair team and had reference to that period in Putin's life. We tried to find a familiarity with me. It's amazing what a great wig can do”
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Sources
Paul Dano/Jude Law-Starrer ‘The Wizard Of The Kremlin’ Demands Nearly 12-Minute Ovation – Venice Film Festival
Jude Law talks portraying Vladimir Putin in political thriller ‘The Wizard of the Kremlin’
"Obsessive" Jude Law Watched A Lot Of Footage To Play Vladimir Putin In The Wizard Of The Kremlin: "Went Down A Rabbit Hole"
