‘The Last Thing You Want Is To Be The Person That Hurts Harrison Ford’: What Happened When The MCU Actor Did Mo-Cap Work For Captain America: Brave New World

As a seasoned cinephile with a penchant for superhero sagas spanning decades, I must admit that my heart skips a beat at the prospect of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) returning to our screens in February 2025 with “Captain America: Brave New World.” The anticipation is palpable, and it’s not just about Sam Wilson squaring off against formidable adversaries like Sidewinder, battling Celestials, or facing the Red Hulk.

It’s been quite a ride with you, Superman, as fans have been eagerly awaiting your upcoming DC film. But now let’s turn our attention to your formidable competition from Marvel! They’re gearing up for a grand return to the big screen as early as February 2025, launching the next chapter in the story of Captain America – “Captain America: Brave New World.” It looks like Sam Wilson, played by Anthony Mackie, will be facing several challenges in this upcoming release. Reports suggest that Giancarlo Esposito, famous for his role in Breaking Bad, will take on the character of Sidewinder, leader of the Serpent Society. There are also whispers of a clash over a Celestial emerging from the water. And we know for sure that Captain America will go head-to-head with Red Hulk!

Thankfully, he’ll have a brand new Vibranium-infused suit to help keep him alive.

There’s been a lot of discussion about Hollywood icon Harrison Ford taking over the role of Thaddeus Ross from the late William Hurt in the upcoming movie. What hasn’t been discussed much is Ford’s age, 82 years old, and his eagerness to portray the Red Hulk. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Weta visual effects supervisor Dan Cox shared insights on integrating Ford into the development of the Red Hulk. He also reassured fans that the process will be seamless.

Let me share with you, he was fully committed that morning. The last thing anyone would desire is to disappoint Harrison Ford. At some point, I required his assistance (to perform the stunt), thinking, ‘Perhaps we could use a stunt double.’ However, he responded, ‘No, no, no! I’ll do it myself.’ I set up an apple box roughly two feet off the ground. I said, ‘I need you to jump down onto the ground and land like the Hulk.’ He executed it approximately a dozen times, and each time, I held my breath in anticipation! Yet, he gave it his all every single time.

Absolutely, it’s common knowledge that this is Han Solo and Indiana Jones, both iconic characters played by Harrison Ford. Over the course of his life, he has performed many daring stunts himself, often even damaging planes when not on a film set. There seems to be very little that can challenge him.

1) However, everyone eventually succumbs to the relentless march of time. Yet, it requires a unique physique to embody the Red Hulk, as evidenced in the preview for “Captain America: Brave New World“.

Indeed, computer-generated imagery and visual effects are truly enchanting, making it feasible to transform 82-year-old Harrison Ford into a fierce beast in the year 2025. This spectacular transformation is expected to be a significant draw for Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) enthusiasts visiting cinemas in February, as they eagerly anticipate witnessing someone undergoing a Hulk-like transformation – given that it’s been quite some time since Bruce Banner (Mark Ruffalo) had a full-blown Hulk rampage.

2025 promises an exhilarating journey for me, as a cinema devotee, with three Marvel movies lined up! Firstly, I’ll be witnessing the action-packed adventure of “Thunderbolts” unfolding after “Captain America.” Then, the saga continues with “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” wrapping up this epic tale while paving the way for “Avengers: Doomsday.” This year will undoubtedly be a comic book enthusiast’s dream, keeping us all on the edge of our seats! Stay tuned for more Marvel and DC magic!

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2024-12-23 19:07