‘The Running Man’: Edgar Wright's Most Ambitious Film
Director Edgar Wright talks about creating his most expensive movie, filming Glen Powell nearly naked in freezing temperatures, and earning Stephen King's endorsement.
Filming Challenges in Bulgaria's Winter
In February, Glen Powell, wearing only a towel, dangled eight stories high on a rope in subfreezing weather in Bulgaria. Meanwhile, Wright stayed on the ground, bundled in a parka and sipping espresso. A recent blizzard had covered the area in snow, adding to the shoot's difficulty.
Glen Powell's Role and Dangerous Stunt
Powell stars as a game-show contestant fighting for survival in Wright’s adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian novel. His character's intense escape involves jumping from a hotel window and rappelling down a building with minimal clothing.
“It’s always temporary pain for eternal cinematic glory,” Powell jokes.
Edgar Wright’s Directing Style
Known for his quirky, genre-blending films like Hot Fuzz and Baby Driver, Wright meticulously choreographs his action scenes, focusing intently on getting each shot perfect. In this scene, he keeps the camera tightly on Powell, who hangs in a harness for 30 minutes while the crew resets the camera.
Summary
Combining physical endurance and precise cinematography, Edgar Wright’s latest film pushes boundaries to create a visually striking adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, highlighted by Glen Powell’s daring performance in extreme conditions.
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