Robert Pattinson Compares His ‘Mickey 17’ Character to a Dog That Keeps Pooping Inside

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Based on the trailer for Bong Joon-ho’s movie “Mickey 17”, it seems that viewers are going to be delighted when the film premieres on Mar. 7, as it appears to be extraordinary. The upcoming sci-fi black comedy features Robert Pattinson in a completely new light, and with the movie set to release soon, we’ve gained some additional understanding of Pattinson’s peculiar character, whom he described as resembling “a goofy dog that keeps soiling the house.

During an interview with Vanity Fair, it was pointed out that Robert Pattinson’s voice in “Mickey 17” is quite distinct from his performances in other roles. Compared to Edward Cullen from “Twilight,” his voice in this film takes on a typical geeky, science-nerd tone. When asked about the choice of voice, Pattinson explained that he first had to understand Mickey’s character before anything else. This exploration eventually led him to use the “sh**ing dog” analogy to describe his approach.

His behavior was quite peculiar. There’s an odd aspect to his character that makes him seek out difficult situations without realizing they are challenging, and he doesn’t consider these situations as punishment. It’s puzzling to portray a character who lacks self-esteem yet isn’t clinically depressed. It seems almost incomprehensible […] He reminds me of a silly pet dog that keeps soiling the house. You punish it, and it becomes upset, then you send it outside, but it just continues to mess up again and again. [Laughs] It can be quite draining.

He went on to ponder about what sort of character traits would suit that role, sharing that he collaborated with Joon-ho to create Mickey’s distinctive sound. As it turned out, Pattinson’s voice evolved into something so extraordinary that even the director questioned whether it was a real dialect.

As a dedicated cinephile, let me share an amusing behind-the-scenes tale. One day, we were experimenting with makeup to depict a character that director Bong Joon Ho envisioned as somewhat simple-minded. At one point, I found myself sporting some rather outlandish prosthetics on my face, and I couldn’t help but wonder, ‘Are we really going with this? Is it the right choice?’ We eventually struck a balance, but the process was quite entertaining. I recall Bong asking me, ‘Where does this accent come from in America?’ To which I responded, laughing, ‘I’m afraid nowhere.’

Robert Pattinson is Hoping People Will Be Enthused About ‘Mickey 17’

Despite its amusing soundtrack, the movie titled “Mickey 17” has had a rather circuitous journey to its March 7 premiere. Due to factors such as SAG-AFTRA strikes and complications in post-production, it’s been shuffled around quite a bit. However, it’s now set to debut this year, with the timing being particularly apt according to Robert Pattinson, who is optimistic about the film’s reception. He expressed this belief to Vanity Fair, suggesting that audiences might be eagerly anticipating the movie, given that Hollywood seems poised for a new chapter in cinema. “It’s peculiar because over the past few years, starting with COVID and then the strikes, there was constant speculation about the demise of cinema,” he noted, further adding:

Additionally, I must admit, it almost made me question my interest. It became somewhat concerning. However, over the past few months, there’s been an overwhelming surge of highly anticipated films. It appears that the contenders for this year’s Oscars will be intriguing, and it seems like a fresh group of directors has emerged who are generating significant audience excitement. Fingers crossed that Mickey debuts in a time of renewed cinema appreciation.

Based on the trailer for the film “Mickey 17”, it seems that people should be eagerly anticipating this movie. It appears to offer an entertaining journey through themes of humanity, autonomy, and the monotonous tasks associated with work. The premiere will take place at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February, followed by a nationwide release on March 17 from Warner Bros. Pictures.

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2025-01-22 00:01