Gwendoline Christie, known for her role in Game of Thrones, recently made an appearance on the talk show, Alan Carr: Chatty Man. In the full interview, Gwendoline discusses her involvement in the highly-anticipated film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Alan Carr, the host of the talk show, set the stage for a lively and entertaining conversation. As Gwendoline settled into the familiar sofa, Alan wasted no time in exploring her preferences, offering her a range of drinks. After much deliberation, Gwendoline opted for a green drink, affectionately referring to it as a “Yoda drink.”
The conversation quickly shifted to Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the latest installment in the beloved franchise. Gwendoline expressed her excitement about the film, highlighting its old-school, authentic feel that harkens back to the original movies. She mentioned how the film successfully captures the sense of wonder and surprise that accompanied childhood trips to the cinema.
Despite her involvement in projects that require keeping secrets, Gwendoline admitted that she is not one to spill the beans. She humorously likened herself to a vault and proclaimed her ability to keep secrets without letting anything slip. Alan, ever the jester, cheekily questioned whether the vault ever opens just a little bit, to which Gwendoline assured him that it remains firmly shut.
Alan and Gwendoline also touched on her role as Captain Phasma in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Gwendoline spoke fondly of the character and shared the interesting origin of the name. JJ Abrams, the director, based it on one of his favorite films, “Phantasm.” She also jokingly added that Captain Phasma sounds like a 70s soul group.
Throughout the interview, Gwendoline’s infectious enthusiasm for Star Wars was evident. She reflected on her love for the franchise since she was a child, particularly admiring the misfit nature of the characters and the memorable robots in the desert. Alan, ever the comedian, highlighted the parallel between the Star Wars world and our own lives, cheekily suggesting that we are all robots in the desert.
A highlight of the interview came when Alan asked Gwendoline to showcase her impression of Chewbacca. Hesitant at first, Gwendoline eventually unleashed her inner Wookiee, leaving the audience in stitches.
Overall, the interview on Alan Carr: Chatty Man provided a captivating glimpse into Gwendoline Christie‘s experience working on Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Her infectious enthusiasm for the film, coupled with Alan’s lighthearted banter, made for an entertaining and lively conversation. As fans eagerly await the film’s release, Gwendoline’s interview serves as a reminder of the excitement and thrill that comes with a true cinematic spectacle.
Please note: The air date for the episode was not provided.
