On a recent episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Adam Driver stopped by as a guest to discuss his new film “Ferrari.” The talk show host, Stephen Colbert, was visibly excited about the movie, admitting that he knew very little about the story but was already captivated by the word “Ferrari.” Colbert remarked on Driver’s stunning transformation into the role of Enzo Ferrari, praising his appearance as the legendary car manufacturer.
Driver, who had just turned 40, joked about playing a role where he got to envision himself looking fantastic at 60. Sporting a silver fox look with gray hair slicked back, Driver truly embodied the essence of Enzo Ferrari. When asked about his knowledge of Ferrari before taking on the role, the actor confessed that he knew nothing about the man behind the iconic cars. His introduction to Ferrari’s world came from watching Michael Mann’s Miami Vice, where he admired the cars, particularly the one driven by Don Johnson’s character.
In terms of the transformation process, Driver revealed that he worked closely with Alexis continente, who did the wig, and Scott Wheeler, who handled the prosthetics. To become Enzo Ferrari, Driver wore a skull cap and a wig, along with a neck prosthetic that subtly changed the shape of his face. Colbert was curious why a new neck was necessary since Driver already had one. The actor explained that the prosthetics, despite their impressive quality, shouldn’t overpower the actor’s performance but rather subtly enhance the connection between the character and the audience.
Seeing himself with the new look was a revealing experience for Driver. As an actor, he became aware of how the lighting hit his face and how his physical presence changed within the frame. Driver emphasized that embodying a character is not just about external appearance but also understanding their internal life. He shared that director Michael Mann is particular about these details and obsessed with ties, believing that they can say something about a person and help support the character development.
In “Ferrari,” Driver had just a two-hour window to portray the entire life of Enzo Ferrari, including the aging process. Even though it was not specifically written in the script, he wanted to physically embody the character’s insecurities and aging, making sure every aspect, from prosthetics to clothing choices, contributed to the storytelling.
The conversation ended on a positive note, promising more insight into Adam Driver‘s portrayal of Enzo Ferrari. As the interview wrapped up, the audience eagerly awaited the release of “Ferrari,” eager to see Driver’s transformative performance.
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