As a seasoned cinephile who has traversed through countless thrillers and serial-killer dramas, I must say that Ryan Eggold’s portrayal of Ed Ramsey in Cross is nothing short of mesmerizing. The blonde hair reminiscent of Patrick Bateman from American Psycho adds an eerie yet captivating touch to his character, creating a chilling dichotomy between the all-American facade and the sinister undertones that lurk beneath.
In the initial appearance of Ryan Eggold’s character, Ed Ramsey in the premiere episode of “Cross” on Prime Video, it’s his impeccably styled blond hair that catches your attention. This look is quite different from the one he sported on the NBC medical drama “New Amsterdam”. Contrary to what you might think, he didn’t take inspiration from rapper Eminem for this style. Instead, as the actor himself explains, his inspiration came from a horror icon while creating the hairstyle for his serial killer character.
In an interview with The Wrap, Eggold mentioned that he’s often asked about his similarity to Eminem, but clarified that the renowned rapper didn’t influence his character in the show “Cross“. He explained, “Recently, people have been asking me, ‘Were you trying an Eminem thing?’ I reply, ‘What? No, he’s incredible. No,'” referring to Eminem. However, it was actually the character Patrick Bateman from American Psycho who served as his inspiration, not the musician.
“He yearns to embody the idealized all-American, flawless Ken figure. In my mind, his twisted perspective might manifest as blonde hair, a bright smile, formal attire, and an American Psycho-like obsession with perfection. I found this contrast between his desired image and perhaps his darker reality intriguing.
In light of the context, it’s evident that Eggold excelled in his role as Alex Cross’ main antagonist during Season 1. Not only does Ramsey share a resemblance to Bateman, but when things don’t favor him, he displays a similar breakdown as Christian Bale did in Mary Harron’s controversial film released in the year 2000.
Ryan Eggold Came Up with Ed Ramsey’s Look in ‘Cross’
In the series titled “Cross“, Aldis Hodge takes on the role of the renowned detective, a character well-known from James Patterson’s novels. The story follows a chilling game of cat and mouse between him and Eggold, who abducts and murders victims, meticulously altering their appearances to mimic infamous serial killers like Aileen Wuornos. Known as “Fanboy” by the press, the intriguing dynamic between these two actors is captivating in this suspenseful drama. Already renewed for a second season, it’s an enthralling watch.
Despite some people labeling it as “unusual” or “weird”, Eggold explained that this was exactly the intent behind Ramsey’s distinctive appearance. He shared with The Wrap that the blonde hair was his idea, not just because it suited the character, but also to break away from the five-year role of Dr. Max Goodwin on New Amsterdam and try something new.
Initially, I had just concluded my long-term portrayal of a heroic character on New Amsterdam. This role was filled with warmth, compassion, and sincerity for numerous years, which I truly enjoyed. However, I was now preparing to step into a completely different character, as you’ve mentioned. I found myself pondering over how to bring this new role to life effectively.
It struck me, ‘This individual carefully designs others’ appearances, shaping their eyebrows and choosing their hair colors.’ Then it occurred to me that he might also pay the same level of attention to his own style.
The series titled “Cross” has drawn a variety of responses from both critics and viewers so far. Many people appreciate Hodge’s performance, but they find the show lacking in edge due to its predictable narrative that is bogged down by stereotypes. To form your own opinion, you can watch all eight episodes which are currently available on Prime Video. Don’t forget to watch the video above featuring an interview with star Isaiah Mustafa discussing various aspects of “Cross” and potential developments in Season 2, found on MovieWeb.
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2024-11-30 04:02