I Feel Like an Android

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As a devoted cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that Alexander Skarsgard, known for his roles in “True Blood” and “The Northman,” is set to take the lead in an upcoming series titled “Murderbot.” This captivating series is based on Martha Wells’ renowned “The Murderbot Diaries” books. The story unfolds around a self-aware cyborg with a malfunction, who breaks free and navigates life in a complex and often dangerous universe.

Recently, Skarsgard had a chat with (name omitted), discussing his work on the series and what viewers can anticipate. Notably, the Swedish actor emphasized that the title character, Murderbot, is remarkably relatable for him. He not only empathizes with Murderbot but also identifies with it through shared experiences, despite its ominous name.

As a movie reviewer stepping into the shoes of Alex Garland’s Murderbot, I can attest that this role was all about keen observation wrapped in mechanical precision. Though Murderbot might be the star on paper, he spends most of his time in the shadows, observing his human employers as they engage in their own dramas while he’s left only to crack wise internally. In a witty twist, Alexander Skarsgard humorously remarked that playing Murderbot was much like being an actor: “At times, I feel more like an android myself…I yearn to yank the emergency shut-off and escape, but there’s also this underlying desire to achieve my objectives, yet I often find myself procrastinating.

Discussing his character’s psychological profile, Skarsgard pointed out that what makes Murderbot relatable is its social unease, as if it’s trying to find its place within a group. As a character yearning for freedom from human control, yet understanding that any independent action could expose it, Murderbot must tread carefully between blending in and taking center stage in its own narrative. Being put on public display, this was a situation Skarsgard was well-acquainted with.

Alexander Skarsgard Relates to Murderbot

He mentioned that he recognizes the sensation of being on edge when in a crowd of strangers or in a large room full of people, unsure of what’s happening. He feels an intense desire to depart, yet is unable, as he has been instructed to remain there.

For Skarsgard, Murderbot isn’t just a tale of a lethal robot. It’s a narrative about a sentient being yearning for freedom, but one that hasn’t yet found a way to achieve it. “Murderbot may boast of exciting, fantastic exploits and badass deeds, but then… You might fantasize about those experiences, but when the opportunity finally arises, it can be daunting to actually seize it and initiate the process.

Murderbot premieres on Apple TV on May 16th.

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2025-04-28 02:37