In a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Tom Cruise made a surprising revelation about his involvement in Rami Malek‘s new action thriller, The Amateur. The talk show host welcomed Malek back to the show, remarking on their long-standing friendship, and the conversation quickly turned to Malek’s latest film endeavor.
Malek, who produced and stars in The Amateur, explained that he was inspired to venture into the action genre after his time working on the James Bond film. He wanted to find a unique angle and decided to portray an everyday man who finds himself in extraordinary circumstances. Malek described his character as an amateur in every sense of the word, lacking any proficiency in firing a weapon.
But it was Cruise’s advice that truly caught Malek off guard. When the actor mentioned his upcoming action film to Cruise, the experienced action star insisted that he needed weapons training. Malek, thinking that his character’s incompetence with weapons was integral to the story, was initially hesitant. However, Cruise, known for his dedication to performing his own stunts and immersive preparation, emailed him titled “Weapons Training,” leaving Malek no choice but to comply.
The conversation soon shifted to the film itself, with Malek expressing his excitement about The Amateur being a fresh take on the action thriller genre. He described his character as highly intelligent but lacking physical prowess, using his cunning to take down the killers of his loved ones. Malek’s characterization intrigued Fallon, who praised his ability to portray such a complex and layered role.
To give viewers a taste of the film’s intensity, a clip from The Amateur was shown during the talk show segment. The scene showcased Malek’s character engaging in a high-stakes conversation and displaying his resourcefulness under pressure, all while balancing the delicate act of not shattering glass panels beneath him.
As Malek wrapped up his interview, he urged fans to catch The Amateur in theaters and IMAX, promising a thrilling experience unlike anything seen before. With its espionage themes, clever plot twists, and Malek’s charismatic performance, The Amateur is set to be a must-see action thriller.
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