Colin Farrell Reveals Unique Trick He Used To Find His New York Accent In HBO Series The Penguin; ‘I’d Say Gefilte Fish’

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As a long-time fan of Colin Farrell’s versatile acting skills and his unparalleled ability to immerse himself into complex characters, I find it truly fascinating to learn about the depth he goes into for his roles. The transformation he underwent for ‘The Penguin’ is yet another testament to his dedication as an artist.

Colin Farrell not only went through an extensive physical makeover for his part in HBO’s show “The Penguin,” but he also mastered a particular New York accent with some guidance. The actor, who left viewers spellbound as the villain Oz Cobblepot in “The Batman,” will once again embody this now-iconic character in its spinoff series.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Farrell shared that portraying a New York gangster wasn’t without its difficulties. Yet, he found one method particularly useful when delivering lines in an American accent. He detailed how he carefully chose a distinct accent for his character that accurately reflected the region from which he originated.

As a dedicated follower, I remember my dialect coach, Jessica Drake, possessing a vast collection of accents from various parts of the world, some dating back to the ’30s and ’40s. By sampling numerous recordings from that particular region, we eventually found an accent that was both lively and sonically appealing – fitting for a middle-aged man managing an apartment complex in the 80s.

The actor mentioned that he frequently discussed Gefilte fish. He also shared that when his accent began to slip, she’d remind him, and he’d respond with “Gefilte fish,” which was a secret method to help him get back on track. What a creative technique indeed!

This new series, titled “The Penguin,” delves into the aftermath of the events depicted in “The Batman” (2022), where Robert Pattinson and Zoë Kravitz portrayed iconic characters. In this spin-off, Colin Farrell’s character, Oswald Cobblepot (a.k.a The Penguin), will go to great lengths, striving to seize control of the criminal underworld in Gotham City.

According to Showrunner Lauren LeFranc, the series isn’t primarily about a supervillain but rather a “realistic character study” focusing on a complex individual who can be problematic and has a dark sense of humor, as well as an overly pretentious demeanor. In her words, “It’s quite realistic, so there are no traditional heroes or villains in our show; instead, we have characters that are simply flawed and complicated.

Regarding rumors about Robert Pattinson appearing as Batman, she dismissed them, explaining it would overshadow Oz and disrupt the storyline. “Oz wouldn’t find that appealing,” she jokingly added. The upcoming series “The Penguin,” featuring Cristin Milioti, Michael Kelly, and Rhenzy Feliz, is set to debut on September 20 on Max.

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2024-09-18 23:38