Ella Purnell Wants to Avoid Being Hollywood’s ‘Video Game Girl’

As a seasoned gamer who’s been around the block a few times (okay, more than a few), I can understand Ella Purnell‘s dilemma. She’s found success in the realm of video game adaptations, but the fear of being typecast is a real one. I’ve seen it happen to many characters in games, and it’s a tough pill to swallow when you’re an actress trying to make a name for yourself.

As Ella Purnell, who’s made a name for myself in roles like Jinx from ‘Arcane’ and Lucy in ‘Fallout’, I’m pondering a shift away from video game adaptations. At the MCM x EGX 2024 event, I confessed, ‘I’m not much of a gamer, yet somehow I’ve snagged two successful video game adaptations, and I’m still trying to wrap my head around it.’

She commented, “In truth, I feel it’s best for me to steer clear of movie versions based on video games now, as I might end up being stereotyped. I could become known as the ‘video game actress.’

The second season of ‘Arcane’ has ended, and Purnell posted an emotional goodbye to her character on Instagram, expressing appreciation for the chance to portray Jinx and thanking fans for their backing. Simultaneously, ‘Fallout’ has been greenlit for another season, with production happening at this moment.

As a gamer, I’ve noticed that Purnell’s acting in these series has been greatly appreciated, but she seems determined to take on different roles to avoid being typecast in the entertainment industry.

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2024-12-13 02:43