After a successful run in comedy and genre films, Karen Gillan decided to venture into more dramatic roles. Prior to the press tour for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Gillan filmed Sleeping Dogs in Australia, where she previously worked on Thor: Love and Thunder. The psychological crime drama, led by Russell Crowe, follows a retired detective investigating a murder case with Gillan playing a key role.
Gillan's character in Sleeping Dogs challenges the traditional femme fatale archetype, as she brings a performative element to her portrayal. Gillan's interest in exploring different facets of her acting abilities led her to take on this complex character.
Reflecting on her time filming Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Gillan expressed surprise at the post-credit message hinting at Star-Lord's return to the MCU. She also shared her openness to potentially playing Poison Ivy for James Gunn in the future.
Discussing the importance of memory in acting, Gillan highlighted the significance of knowing her lines to deliver authentic performances. She also touched on the challenges of undergoing hours of makeup for her role as Nebula in Guardians of the Galaxy.
Gillan's candid vlog about her final Guardians experience and her humorous portrayal of attending Zoom couples therapy in full makeup shed light on the less glamorous aspects of an actor's life. She emphasized the importance of normalizing therapy and mental health discussions.
Looking ahead, Gillan expressed her enthusiasm for potential future projects, including the possibility of reuniting with directors like James Gunn and Mike Flanagan. She also hinted at her involvement in the next Jumanji installment, eagerly awaiting updates on the film's progress.
As Sleeping Dogs prepares for its theatrical release on March 22nd, audiences can anticipate Gillan's captivating performance in this intriguing crime drama.
