As a longtime fan of both suspenseful dramas and the NFL, I must say that Travis Kelce’s debut into acting in Ryan Murphy’s chilling series, Grotesquerie, has truly exceeded my expectations. Having followed Kelce’s career with the Kansas City Chiefs, it’s fascinating to witness his transformation into the complex character of Ed Laclan – a role that demands a depth and nuance far beyond the football field.
There’s a lot of excitement surrounding Travis Kelce’s debut in acting, particularly since he was selected for Ryan Murphy’s new horror series, titled Grotesquerie. This FX show, co-written and created by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz, and Joe Baken, premiered with two episodes on September 25. In the third episode of week two, which aired on October 9, Kelce’s character is introduced within the small town that has been shaken up by some extremely grisly murders.
The storyline of “Grotesquerie” revolves around Lois Tryon, portrayed by Niecy Nash-Betts, a detective whose inner self is deeply offended by the horrid acts she strives to unravel with the assistance of an unusual partner, played by Micaela Diamond. Diamond steps into the role of Sister Meagan, a nun and journalist for the Catholic Guardian newspaper who has a particular fascination with crimes and cults.
Sister Meagan shares a close bond with her church’s priest, Father Charlie, portrayed by Nicholas Alexander Chavez, who is currently starring as Lyle Menendez in another Murphy production on Netflix titled “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story“. In the second episode, Father Charlie confides in Sister Meagan that he has an unusual interest in true-crime podcasts. It soon becomes apparent that this isn’t his only disturbing fascination when, later in the episode, we see him retreat to his quarters as a priest and start masturbating while wearing leather chaps. Moments after, he starts flagellating himself with ropes adorned with sharp nails, all while reciting lines from the Bible, “Then it shall be that if the wicked man deserves to be beaten, the judge shall cause him to lie down and be beaten before his face according to the measure of his wickedness by number.
Lois struggles with personal demons, such as alcoholism, which she often adds to her coffee in the morning and sometimes neglects to drink at night. Her relationship with her daughter Merritt Tryon, portrayed by Raven Goodwin, is somewhat strained due to Merritt’s food addiction that creates tension between her and Merritt’s father Marshall Tryon, played by Courtney B. Vance, when he expresses worries about her health. However, it’s Marshall who becomes critically ill, slipping into a coma for 28 days at the start of the season. In a heated argument in the second episode, Lois kicks Marshall out of their home after discovering his infidelity following surveillance. Marshall tells Lois, “I still love you sometimes,” to which she responds, “And I often pray for a call saying you’ve passed away.” In response, Marshall ominously says, “I hope you won’t regret those words when I do.
Lois’s feelings towards her marriage make her appear distant during her visits to Marshall in the hospital, where she meets Nurse Redd, a caregiver and administrator portrayed by Lesley Manville. Instead of respecting Lois’s space, Nurse Redd goes beyond professional boundaries when she scolds Lois for being unfeeling towards her husband and seems to offer physical comfort – and potentially more – that she suggests he requires in the absence of genuine affection.
In episode three, Lois comes across a character named Kelce, alias Eddie, who is a charming hospital attendant. This encounter occurs following an unsettling conversation with Nurse Redd, who aims to obtain Marshall’s power of attorney in order to care for him, which Lois doesn’t approve of. Living up to his flirtatious nature, Ed notices Lois drinking on the hospital premises and persistently advises her against driving home, expressing concern that she might regret it later.
Ed, who doesn’t have regrets, I remind him as I climb into my car,” I say before driving off on a desolate road, only to end up crashing minutes later. I wake up next, handcuffed to a hospital bed, facing arrest for my excessive blood alcohol level of 13. Ed shows up with dinner, and I persuade him to aid me in escaping. We flee in a sleek red sports car. In episode four, Ed takes me on an unusual “date” to an AA gathering, and we start building a bond based on our shared struggle — Ed sharing his journey of overcoming addiction with me.
In May, Kelce discussed his casting on the series during an episode of his “New Heights” podcast, expressing, “I was quite astonished and a bit taken aback that he [Murphy] was prepared to offer me such a significant role, as it is a major part in the show. He appeared very certain I could handle this, and his belief in me really boosted my confidence during our first conversation. I hope I don’t disappoint him with my performance.
In an exclusive backstage clip shared by Kelce, the accomplished sports figure discussed his method of assuming a role. He explained that he switches gears similarly to how he would before stepping onto the football field, and then focuses himself for optimal performance, a state often referred to as “the zone.
Kelce’s co-stars complimented him as being charming, well-prepared, and professional. Nash-Betts, who won an Emmy for her role in Murphy’s Dahmer, shared this sentiment with Yahoo Entertainment.)
Goodwin expressed the same idea, saying, “He came to work and we gave him a warm welcome. He was humble and impressive, doing an excellent job.
Vance additionally commended Kelce’s skills as a beginner on the set. “We weren’t able to take the football field and perform the reverse,” he said to the media outlet. “I was simply amazed by what he was accomplishing.
Murphy has opened up to THR about his upcoming television projects, which include not only Grotesquerie and Monsters, but also the American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez on FX, Doctor Odyssey on ABC, and the revival of 911 on ABC as well as the debut of 911: Lone Star on Fox.
Murphy expressed his gratitude as everything fell into place perfectly, stating, “I’m amazed by this! It couldn’t have gone better.” He’s been toiling on many of these projects for two or three years, and due to the strike and various orders – when things needed to be released – they were all planned to air at that specific time. He found it enjoyable because he believes no one has ever attempted this before, and he appreciates the energy and creativity it brings. The brand’s output of shows is immense, and while they are different, they share a common essence.
The show titled “Grotesquerie” is scheduled to broadcast two fresh episodes each week on the FX network. The ninth and tenth episodes are set to debut on October 23rd and October 30th respectively.
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2024-10-03 07:25