
Glen Powell Explained The Ways He 'Got Beat Up' While Filming The Running Man, …
Powell is giving the action movie audiences what he thinks they want, and I'm here for it.
In a recent interview with Rotten Tomatoes, actor Glen Powell shed light on the rigorous physical demands of his role as Ben Richards in the upcoming film "The Running Man," directed by Edgar Wright. Powell revealed that the production pushed the boundaries of action, requiring intense physical engagement from the cast. "We got beat up on this movie, that's for sure," Powell stated, emphasizing the authenticity of the action sequences. He elaborated on the nature of the stunts, noting, "Gravity's a thing. The punches are real. The bullets are real." Powell confirmed that his character, Ben Richards, faces significant physical challenges throughout the film. "I knew that my body was going to get punished," Powell commented, explaining his preparation to withstand the demanding shoots. He detailed some of the exhilarating sequences, including "falling off of buildings," "jumping through explosions," and "jumping off of very fast moving objects." Powell concluded by asserting, "We do it all in this movie," suggesting that the film covers a comprehensive range of high-octane stunts.
Powell is giving the action movie audiences what he thinks they want, and I'm here for it.